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  • Where I Found My Missing Adoptee Face

    Where I Found My Missing Adoptee Face

    Being adopted is a life of adventure, constantly unfolding. My perspective doesn’t dismiss the pain, but sees it not as an enemy, but as a catalyst for growth and redemption. Most who have lost their first family would agree that we are forever searching for their missing faces. But, could there be an additional dimension…

  • Five Social Media Landmines for Searching Adoptees and Foster Kids

    Five Social Media Landmines for Searching Adoptees and Foster Kids

      I believe all adoptees are searching for lost relatives, even if subconsciously. With the growth of social media it is commonplace to find a lost relative. Facebook was my means of finding my birth brother, Jon. Connections may occur, creating an emotional high, But often there are landmines for which no one is prepared.…

  • Adopted and Foster Kids: Buckle Your Seatbelts Before Birth Parent Reunions

    Adopted and Foster Kids: Buckle Your Seatbelts Before Birth Parent Reunions

    Looking back on my initial contact via phone with my birth mother, it’s hard to believe that the whole reunion with her ended in slammed doors. Adoptees must be aware that rejection is a real possibility….and remain safe during times when rejection comes. Also, when the sweet words like this come. We must be wise…

  • I’m Blogging at WordPress! Wanna Join Me?

    Hey friends, After technical difficulties to numerous to mention, I’ve opened up my blog here on Word Press. How are you? If you haven’t heard, I’ve got a new knee (right). Complete knee replacement in May and doing great now. Ready to get back into the blogging saddle! Want to dive into some meaty adoption…