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  6. APPLICATION

    in Looking to Adopt

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    Hi, we sent in our inquiry form a few weeks ago and are waiting to hear back from them. I'm not sure how long it should it take, it's great to see everyone on the board participating. Thank you. Brandy

    Best wishes to you Brandy. While I can't speak for the Abrazo team, I can tell you in my experience, I've see that their response times can vary depending many other things going on at the agency (Orientations, training, BABIES! being delivered, Intakes, etc....). It is an exciting time and I'm sure you are full of anticipation. My best advice is to be patient as it probably won't be long before you hear something and once on board, it's a wild ride! :wacko::D;)

    I wish you all the best on your journey towards growing your family through adoption and hope that it is a good fit between you and Abrazo. Their program has made many happy families (us included)!

    Peace be with you,

    Adam

    Adam. .. you practically took the words out of my mouth! Or, should I say "off my laptop!" I was just getting ready to post something very similiar about why Brandy might not have heard something yet. An upcoming orientation can cause additional activity in Suite 540 and cause a slight delay due to all of the activity if I'm not mistaken.

    And, definately Abrazo's wonderful open adoption program has made us a VERY happy family! I know it has also made many, many others a very happy family too!

    Hang in there Brandy! It's soooo worth it :)

    Cathy

  7. Honoring Birth Siblings

    in BirthGrandparents & Important Others

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    Thanks Laural! I just sent it to the twins' birthsibling. He is only 7 and is saying things like "I don't want to be adopted too". Maybe this will help him understand better. I am open to any other ideas on what we might do from our end to foster this relationship as well!

    Julie,

    I'm thinking of "C," and hoping he will adjust over time. I know "T" was extremely concerned about him when she was carrying your not-so-little ones :)

    Cathy

  8. Cancer Survivors Welcome Here!

    in Looking to Adopt

    Posted

    Thinking of you, Rebecca, as you go through your treatments. Unfortunately, we have a lot of teachers going through a similiar thing :(

    When Brian's aunt lost her hair due to chemo, she tried a hat a couple of days and then went commando and was more relaxed and happy with her situation B)

    Take care of yourself. . .

    Cathy

  9. Grandparent's Day Greetings

    in The Family Room

    Posted

    I wanted to say Happy Grandparent's Day to all of my wonderful grandparents. She especially wanted to say Happy Grandparent's Day to her Great Grandma Nadine, Great Grandma Donna, Great Grandpa Arthur, Great Grandma LeLila, Grannie Z, Grandpa Ron, Grandma Freda, Grandpa Don, and Grandma Judy :)

    XOXO

    Josie Maye

  11. Baby Announcements 2008

    in New Arrivals

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    Looks like I got on-line at a good time. Congratulations Jonathan & Julie. Jessika, you definately seem like you're a lot older than 15. While you may only be 15, you are definately very mature for your age and made a very difficult decision.

    Thinking of you all tonight. Enjoy your time together as a family.

    Cathy

  13. Baby Announcements 2008

    in New Arrivals

    Posted

    Congratulations to the newest formed family. Sounds like July is going to be a very busy month for the Abrazo ladies.

    Again, congratulations to you all. Enjoy every day because your baby will change every single day before your eyes!

    Cathy

  14. The Myths, Misconceptions, Facts, & Reality of Open Adoption

    in Looking to Adopt

    Posted

    One of the things I try to always say when asked how a mother could "give up her child" is to say something along the lines of the fact that birthmothers are the strongest and most selfless people I know.

    I do the same, Amanda. Many of the people I've talked to since Josie joined our family also agree that Josie's birthmother (MamaJ) made the most selfless decision in her life. They comment that they don't think they could do the same. To be honest, I don't think I could either.

    Cathy

  16. APPLICATION

    in Looking to Adopt

    Posted

    Needing some extra motivation to get through that stack of paperwork called the "application"?

    CLICK HERE if you're a registered member of our Forum... it's sure to inspire! ;)

    I couldn't agree more, Elizabeth. That just brought a BIG smile to my face thinking of all the newly formed families :D

    Welcome, Danette & Chris! Believe me, it's worth all of your time completing that application! Get busy ;)

    Cathy

  17. Designated Program

    in Looking to Adopt

    Posted

    Cathy,

    When I talked with Aunt Linda last she told me all about your visit and how great Josie was during your visit. She is so happy for you guys.

    Jan

    Thanks, Jan. Ms. Josie is a very good baby. Granny Linda told us she was very happy for us as well as pleased with MamaJ's decision. We have a picture Granny said she would like. I gave a copy to MamaJ, but I'm not sure if she's had a chance to get it to her. I would be more than happy to forward a copy to you if you could get it to her if she doesn't already have it.

    Cathy

    P.S. Networking is a great way to make connections--whether it be for a new position or to find your little one. Good luck to all of those considering all of these options.

  18. Designated Program

    in Looking to Adopt

    Posted

    Take at look at Brain and Cathy...their daughter's birthmom came via Greg's aunt :D

    Brian and I can't thank you, Greg enough for taking the time to have personally talked to MamaJ about her situation and your experience with Abrazo. And, also a very special thank you to Granny Linda (as she told us she would like to be referred to as) for her suggesting MamaJ talk to you :) Thank you, thank you!

    Cathy

  20. INQUIRY

    in Looking to Adopt

    Posted

    So...the next orientation must be in June?? Fun!

    One thing I wish I had known before we got to orientation was that we could have already begun our homestudy!! That is what held us up for so long! We could have been matched earlier if our paperwork had been finished! And ALL of the paperwork left could have been finished before we attended orientation!!

    I haven't heard when the next orientation is scheduled, Julie but I know there was one held the first of June 2007.

    After we attended orientation, I was with you in wishing we had started our homestudy ahead of time. Several people here on the Forum tried to convince me to do that, but I was hesistent and didn't want to jinx anything. In the end it worked out for us with us getting Ms. Josie :) However; if I had to do it all over again in attending an orientation, I would definately start on the homestudy ahead of time :rolleyes:

    Cathy

  21. INQUIRY

    in Looking to Adopt

    Posted

    Our inquiry made it through and we recieved our application packet this last Thursday. We are now working on getting our application ready to send in. Hopefully we can get everything in order and get the application sent in later this week or early next week so we can hopeully get into the orientation in a few months.

    Mark

    Congratulations on receiving your application, Mark! When you get your application completed, we'd love to see another post or two from you :) We look forward to following your journey!

    Cathy

  23. When Agencies Turn People Down

    in Looking to Adopt

    Posted

    . . .we'd rather shoot straight with the folks. . .

    One of the very reasons we chose Abrazo :D

    Shame on that individual for giving Angela such a hard time. No one should give anyone that hard of a time! While I'm sure it was a challenge for Angela to be professional with a caller like that, I'm sure she managed to be so.

    Cathy

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