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Congratulations to the tinest of peas. Congratulations to the new mommy and daddy!
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Martha!
I loved the poem. Thank you for being the giving spirit that you are and sharing it with us. The new avitar is also totally awesome!
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Congratulations to the newest Abrazo addition!
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Hi Susan,
I adopted my son three years ago in October with the excellent, highly professional assistance of Abrazo. I cannot tell you what wonderful and amazing ladies the agency employs and the founder, well, let's just say she is definitely a gift from God to the adoption world.
The only thing that no one has mentioned is that Abrazo works with individuals who have documented infertility. All you need to do is have your physician fill out some forms and write a letter to the effect of that and you'll be on your way.
I made my first phone call to Abrazo, to get some questions answered, in June of 2002 and my son came home with me Oct. 2, 2002. I highly recommend Abrazo and think if you continue to research and talk to them, you will see that they are the best around.
Good luck!
Jean
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Congratulations Dr. Mom, Katie, Elizabeth, and Mr. Dr. Mom! Now you are a family of four. Four times the love and fun. Congratulations. What a wonderful blessing and early Christmas present!
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Hi Tamara,
You have come to the right place. I was single (divorced) when I adopted my son, Nathan, through Abrazo three years ago. I spent a decade trying to concieve with my ex husband and lived through a failed adoption plan. Being single/divorced doesn't change the desire in your heart to parent. Many agencies will not work with singles, but not Abrazo. Their goal is to place children in loving homes whether it be with a couple or a single.
Sabrina is an awesome resource and I know there are some other singles who have adopted through Abrazo. Just yesterday a single man became a father through the grace of God and the assistance of the Abrazo team. So, take heart. It's not if but when and that goes for singles as well. If you have any questions I'd be more than happy to give you my experience. I can be your own personal cheerleader, too. However, by logging onto this forum, you have just enlisted the entire cheerleading squad. SO...........contact Abrazo and get started if you haven't already! Rah, Rah, Rah.......................not if but when. Go mama, go mama, go mama!!
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From one single parent through adoption to another, CONGRATULATIONS! This is such a blessing and what a perfect time to experience it. CONGRATULATIONS!
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God bless you and Kristal as you grow and stretch. We all value both your daughter's and your ideas and input. You have a perspective that we adoptive parents do not. That's the really cool thing about open adoption. The openness! Imagine that!!
All parties are informed and in a position to understand and appreciate the other's opinion and situation. I hope that Kristal fullfills all her dreams and she gets the job that she most wants and will be best for her.Please let us know how it's going. We're all rooting for both of you.
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Congratulations Cath and Shane and Amaya! That's almost record time! We'll all be waiting patiently on the edge of our seats to hear your account of the events that built your family of four and hopefully some pictures to boot. God bless you, your newest addition and your wonderful BP.
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Hey Toni,
Have you thought about printing out all your posts and making a book for Gracie? I printed out the ones I penned from placement on with Nathan and put them in his life book. Just a thought. You've got some beautiful words and precious memories that she will probably appreciate some day!
Congratulations again!
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Congratulations, Toni and Joe and birthparents. What a blessing open adoption is for all involved!
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Congratulations to the new mommy, daddy and birthmommy. What a blessed event and beginning. We're all anxiously awaiting details and pictures as soon as you have a chance! Congratulations!
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OH YES! Sometimes the curve in the road takes you to a destination that is even better than anything you could have imagined!! Blessings to the beautiful, faithful, amazing new mommy and daddy!
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Here, here, Sabrina!! Nathan and I are often still at the dinner table when he really should be in bed. It's hard as a single, working mom to juggle it all and have a reasonable schedule. Thank goodness McDonald's has added healthier options like apple slices instead of fries and apple juice instead of soda.
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I love dinner time with Nathan. We talk, share a book, eat, and laugh. It's one of my favorite times of the day even if it's only with a sandwich and fruit sometimes.
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Congratulations!!
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A word of caution in completing the homestudy early: You must have a current homestudy. If you get it too early, you may have to have an update because TX law requires that it has to have been done within 6 months of placement. What does that mean? Another visit and another check. Not a big deal, but it is something to be aware of.
WELCOME to The Forum, Suzy. We're glad you're here!
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Heyyyyyyyyyyyyyy Girl,
Don't you dare dessert me! I look to you in so many ways. You know what those are! I am sorry you felt out of place at the reunion. I have to admit I would be the same way.............We need to go together next year! I'll start saving my pennies if you will................
I'm not sure a bubble bath is the answer, but I do know that your insights are very valuable and timely. Do what you need to do. Perhaps finding a single parents organization close to you (finding a group of singles who have adopted may be too much to ask) is what you need to do, but please don't stop posting here. You are such a wonderful resource and always give all of us so much to consider. We love you, girl! I hope you log on to see our encouragement to stick with the forum.
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Congratulations! Love the name you've chosen for your angel.
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Could the luck new parents be named Craig and Marylou?
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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE LUCKY PEAS, WHOEVER THEY MAY BE!
Post soon and let us know all the stats and how you're doing. A picture of the precious little one would also be awesome.
Congratulations once again!
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Thanks, Martha! Your little Catherine is so cute!! I love her photo, but Nathan misses the cat!
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What a blessing! A baby boy. Congratulations. I can't wait to see the pictures and hear the story.
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I am a single mom of a soon to be three year Abrazo Babe. My support system has evolved into the most wonderful group of friends and neighbors anyone could wish to have. My family is scattered all over the country, but many beautiful people have come to know and love Nathan and are there for us just like family. God puts people in your path that you need. So I would say, if you're single and the fact that your family isn't able to support you directly, don't let that stand in your way. There are always many "Earth Angels" that are ready and willing to be there. I am always amazed at the lengths people are willing to go to help out. If being a parent is in your heart, then it is a God given desire and He will assist you if you ask. It is HARD, but it is absoutely worth it! If there are any singles reading this that are thinking about becoming a single parent through adoption and you would like to chat, feel free to pm me or call Abrazo and get my phone number. I'd be glad to answer your questions and tell you all about my personal experience as Nathan's mama. I say it often, "Being Nathan's mom is the best thing I've ever done."
If it is in your heart, you can do it.
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Congratulations to the newest Abrazo family! Waiting ever so patiently for all the details and sweet pictures sure to follow!