Life can dramatically change in a minute. Parenting is hard – really hard. Pajama days are needed every now and then. Science is amazing! I trust the experts. It’s OK to say “No”. No further explanation needed than a simple “No.” A good walk or swim clears the mind. Girls weekends refresh the soul and... Continue Reading →
Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life
A year ago I gave a talk at Sunday service. I was asked to talk about my adoption journey and how my thinking changed my outlook on it. Here it is... "Good morning. I am Maeve and I’ve been coming to CSL for about 5 ½ years. This week of Thanksgiving, I’m thankful for so... Continue Reading →
How Can I Help?
Being a foster parent isn’t easy. It’s time consuming, emotionally draining at times, you have to learn how to navigate the social services system, have bio parents you need to learn how to work with as well as countless number of social workers representing multiple agencies within social services. It’s not for the faint of... Continue Reading →
Today, Tomorrow, and the Day After
I had planned on posting an adoption related blog this month, but with all that is going on in the world and too many friends facing challenging times, I decided that it was much more important, and needed, to do something not related to adoption. Today, tomorrow, and the day after, and the day after... Continue Reading →
A Flood of Tears
I wrote this post in November 2018 but never published it. I don't know why but think it's important to share with those of you who are waiting to adopt, waiting to have children, waiting for something. It's hard but you'll get through it. --- Out of nowhere, I have tears flowing down my cheeks. ... Continue Reading →