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  1. Selecting the right family for your baby

    in Considering Adoption?

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    My experience..

    When I spoke to the AP's I picked it just "felt right" on a personal level! I didn't know what to expect when I called. I was sure they were going to be just as nervous as I was. They were the 2nd PIW I spoke to and on our subsequent conversations I felt connected to her as a friend. I thought that if I met her outside this situation that we could be friends. The 2nd thing that made me feel wonderful is that they felt the need to connect to their current child's BP's. Even though those BP's had chose not to continue an open relationship w/ them they continue to send pictures, letters, etc to the agency. That made me feel like they really wanted this to be an open adoption, do what's best for their son and that it wasn't just an "easy" way to obtain a child/family for themselves.

    The 1st couple I spoke to were very nice and had never adopted before. When I asked about how open they wanted their adoption to be they were unsure. They weren't certain as to when they would tell the child they were adopted and how they would tell him. That concerned me and I never called them back.

    When I finally met them and their son, there was no doubt that if I were to go through w/ the adoption, this family was sent to me and I was sent to them. smile.gif Once they met my older children, they took them under their wings and embraced them. They made them feel included and assured them they would always be a part of their brothers life.

    Although it hasn't been very long since they have taken my son home, they have exceeded every expectation I could imagine.

    I hope this helps some BP's.

    You chose a beautiful AP family. I was able to meet them at camp as well as your son! They are a very sweet family. He's in good hands. Blessings to you as you grieve. I know for our BP it was extremely hard for the first year. She shed many a tears about Ty. But, in the end, she knew that she made the right plan for his future that she could not give him as this time in her life due to the situation at hand. God Speed!

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  3. When Christianity & Adoption Intersect

    in Abrazo's Chapel Potluck

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    Christian music would have a huge Void if Mark Schultz's mother would have had an abortion. Instead she gave him up for adoption. Look how God has blessed his life and all of the people he has reached with his ministry. Praise God for Mark and pray for those contemplating abortion that they will choose life! God Bless

    Love the story about/behind this video. The adoption language is not always "correct" within the song but message is moving and so clear. Thought I'd share with you tonight. God Bless..Enjoy :)

  6. Designated Program

    in Looking to Adopt

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    Is it a girl...the hint was PINK....no clue on family ;)

    Dyna - is it you guys? You came to mind pretty fast when I saw the hint.

    So, the Designated Program is for families who've found an expectant mother/family on their own - if I recall correctly. But does it also cover birthsibling placements? And is the special needs program different? Claudia and Marcelo are listed as Special Needs Program - so does that rule them out?

    Ahhhh, excited for those happy dancers, whoever they may be. Best of luck,

    Amy

    It's not us this time. LOL :lol: But, you never know when you WILL get a call ;)

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