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Thank you for the infomation. If we do get a formal application sent to us, we'll see how it goes from there! If we do not look like candidates for the program based on our inquiry, I assume we will receive a response indicating that as well. So one way or another, we'll be further along on our adoption journey sometime soon, which is exciting. Jenny G.

Hello, Does anyone know if there is a spot on this forum to show upcoming orientation dates? We sent off our inquiry almost a month ago. So we will probably hear one way or the other regarding a formal application soon. I can always give a call next week, but if anyone knows the answer already, I'd appreciate your time. Thanks! Jenny G.

Hello, I heard of an idea I thought I'd add here in case it was new to anyone else. Someone we met created business cards for the same purpose. The front of the business card had their picture, contact info and a info about wanting to adopt..pretty standard. What was special though, was the back of the card. They had a small font paragraph explaining what to do with the card. It asked to holder of the card to keep it in their purse or wallet so they could have it available in case a situation came up where it would be approrpriate to pass it along. This strategy ultimately helped this couple become parents and they think that the paragraph made it more likely for people to keep their cards handy instead of just throwing them away. Just thought I'd pass that on. Take care, Jenny G.

Hi Melissa, I think it's so sad that these types of scams exist. Talk about people preying on you when you are most vulnerable! Hopefully you'll just move on, no harm done. I wonder if you might want to check your credit report sometime soon, just to make sure nothing fishy is going on. Hopefully the inquiry didn't ask for much confidential info. But it can't hurt to check just to make sure someone isn't using your info in the wrong way. I had that idea and just wanted to pass it to you. Best Wishes! Jenny G.

My husband and I started learning about adoption this year, thoroughly investigating all aspects. We were so surprised to learn how much we would want an open adoption! In fact the other day I was watching an adoption show where the birthmother was "giving up her baby." She was in the hospital and didn't want to let go of her baby because she never she'd never hold her again. I was almost yelling at the tv, "why, why? Stay in touch!" It seemed like agony for her and my heart went out to her and her sweet girl who may never know much about her birthmom. I think the years of infertillity have taught us that we aren't in control of everything in our lives. We need to let go and do what's best for the child who may need us. Even if this requires us to learn about new things, ways of living and definition of family. It's about what's best for the child and getting out of our own way. I think once you educate yourself about open adoption it's hard to dispute the benefits to the child. Our inquiry is in, so we'll be patient and see if Abrazo will ultimately be where we form our family. Jenny G.

Hi Jan, That was so kind of you to remind me about the postage. It feels so wonderful to have it on it's way to Texas!

Hello! We introduced ourselves a while back. Just wanted to check in and let you know that our inquiry is in the mail tomorrow. We are excited to take that first step. I'm happy for all of you that have your sweeties in your arms on this Mother's Day! Take care, Jenny G.

Thanks for all the warm wishes! I look forward to keeping in touch. Jenny G.

Hello! My name is Jenny. My husband and I are in Michigan and discovering all about the wonderful world of adoption. We have experienced infertility and don't have any children yet. I have been following this forum for a while now and thought I'd post and introduce myself. We are interested in finding out a lot more about open adoption. We haven't even sent our inquiry in yet, but I wanted to say hello. I'm learning a lot from you all! Happy Weekend! J