It’s April 12th and it’s been exactly a week since I received a call from one of my adoption agencies about being matched with a birth mom, J, and birth dad, F.  They are located in OH. J’s due date is Sunday – 10 days after I got the “you’re matched” call.  We’re still not... Continue Reading →

Am very excited tonight.  I had my home visit this morning and I was told by my counselor that she is recommending me for adoption. I didn't think she wouldn't recommend me but am very excited that a major milestone was completed today.  I hope to be "live" in the next 3-4 weeks as I'm... Continue Reading →

It's been about 5 1/2 years since I last wrote.  After doing some research, I decided that I wasn't ready to move forward with adoption.  It's now 5 1/2 years later and I am 100% ready, committed, terrified and excited. I've been in the process since January of this year and I plan to write... Continue Reading →

So now that I'm researching adoption - and there's a ton to research - I have gone to a book store and picked up some adoption books.  It was very bizarre going to the front desk of the store and asking for such books.  It really put the whole process into step. It's the verbalization of it that... Continue Reading →

I just read a post from "The Adoption Highway" blog (here it is "Facing Difficulties with Adopted Kids") and the final question is "Should more educational programs be available for prospective adoptive parents?" This is in response to the earlier part of her blog where she discusses behavioral issues related to older adoptive children. I... Continue Reading →