Brian and Cathy

Congratulations Jason and Wendy on little Ethan! Brian and I are soooo happy for you both Thinking of your birthmother at this time as well. Congratulations, again! Cathy

I had to chuckle at Josie Maye's grandpa (my dad) this week when he was holding her and looked up at me and said, "could you have done this 15 years ago?" I looked at him and asked why he said that: he said, "so I could keep up ." Cathy

Congratulations, Steve & Jennifer! The first of hopefully several April babies. . . Cathy

Hopefully these six siblings can stay together. Though we don't know the specifics, I'm sure these siblings have been through a lot already and need each other. Hope we learn a miracle happens for these children Cathy

Congratulations! We've been anxiously awaiting this exciting news! Cathy

Congratulations to the newest little girl. That's five of us WO's in the past month and one day Yippee! However, the birthmothers are still in our thoughts during this difficult time. Cathy

Welcome Julie, Melissa, and TraceB. Hang in there! I know it's hard to be patient--been there, done that! Look forward to following each of your journeys! Cathy

Actually the reason for the silence was due to lack of internet access since Friday Cathy P.S. More details to follow. . .

Welcome Natalie and Keith Sounds like your journey will be an exciting one to follow already! Good luck with your move and getting everything ready for child number two for you Again, welcome! Cathy

I think others would agree with me TraceB that your emotions are very normal. Congratulations on submitting your inquiry Cathy

Welcome Joe & Melanie We look forward to following your journey. You've found a great place--both at Abrazo and the Forum Cathy

"J" sent a gift back with us for little "J." She wanted her to have it so a photo of her could be placed in it. I assured "J" we would be sure to take a photo of her to place in it. Actually, we took several photos during our visit so we already have more than one to choose from. She also personally wrote a message to her daughter in it. We are going to talk to Brian's mom about the best way to hang or place this item in little "J's" room. When "J" handed it to me, she said "I know it's pink." Even though it stands out from the nursery theme, we told "J" it did not matter. We would take it and place it in little "J's" room for her. We will be proud to tell little "J" about "J" Cathy

Hip, hip hooray! The first 2008 Wanna Ohana baby, as well as the first 2008 baby! Congratulations Darren & Danielle! Bet Ms. Libby is so excited to be the big sis! Can't wait to hear more details when you get a chance--if you get one Cathy

Too bad this thread wasn't here last week. I would love to have read your thoughts Bobbi and Elizabeth. Juno was showing in Paris, but I was hesitant about suggesting we go see it when we were visiting "J." I wasn't sure if it would be appropriate. Thanks for the review. Cathy

We're hoping you and Darren do too, Kay! Welcome, Jeremy and Jessica--nice to officially meet you! Cathy

Welcome to the Forum As you stated, there are so many of us out here who can relate to you. . . You have found a great organization! Again, welcome! Cathy P.S. Do you and your wife have a name

Way to go, Tina I, too, have a habit of being honest with people. Not everyone always appreciates it, but that's me and how I was raised. Considering how mad you were inside, it sounds like you somehow managed to stay calm and be professional in front of others when you really wanted to scream! Way to go in making a good impression on others about a personal subject! Good job! Cathy

Congratulations, J.C. & Saint on your new son! What a wonderful Christmas present Cathy

Congratulations John & Julie on your little ones Cathy

Lisa, I really enjoyed reading your post. I especially liked your last two paragraphs Cathy

Brian and I have known several AP's who have done this without any hesitation. We, too, believe we can too and it will come natural to us. Stork, I do too. We live just outside of Chattanooga. Depending where they live or lived, we could be within a couple of miles of them Cathy

I must admit I agree with your thoughts here and have had some of the same Elizabeth. Cathy

When my doctor informed me that carrying a child was not meant for me. . .I did not hesitate to tell him or my other physician that it was not my dream to carry a child, but to have a child Brian & I believe our love is not limited to a biological child, but for a child. Cathy

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