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Congratulations Sherry & Michael! Sending heartfelt prayers and love to you, Mirabella and her birthfamily. I know you have had this child in your dreams and prayers throughout your journey to parenthood. As is written in 1 Samuel 1:27, "I prayed for this child, and the LORD has granted me what I asked of him." Sherry, your Mama must be the happiest woman in heaven right now. Lisa
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Congrats John & Airi! So excited for you. Keeping you and your new extended family in my prayers. Lisa
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You may want to check out the Rainbow Families thread under parenting. I may help with research/education. Additionally, if you do adopt a child of another race, reach out to someone of that race and ask questions! If you have questions about AA culture. hair or skincare (that's a biggie) or anything else, I'm available. You can feel completely comfortable asking anything. (hint: washing AA hair every day = very bad hair)! Lisa
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Congratulations to both new families! Its so wonderful to see new families grow and show us that love blooms exactly the way God planned it.
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Congrats to newest expanded Abrazo family. We are praying for all that love these little boys.
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Andrea, We are praying for your family as you say goodbye. Lisa & Kevin
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I'd be willing to bet there are already plans for reality shows. SMH...
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Congratulations & blessings all around. What a beautiful family tree(with all it's branches). Lisa
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Just Because You're Adopting Doesn't Mean You're Not Expecting!
CisaLee replied to ElizabethAnn's topic in Looking to Adopt
I had a person tell me "Oh, you're taking the easy way" when I told her of our plans to adopt. Since she obviously had no clue what we had been through physically, emotionally or financially while undergoing fertility treatments, I just bit my tongue, smiled and said "well bless your heart" (which is Southern for, jerk or any other term a nice Southern lady doesn't said out loud). Lisa -
Congratulations Sara & Andrew! Gavin is a beautiful name for a beautiful boy.
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Thanks for the responses. It seems like the overall theme is keep your canceled checks, make copies, send everything the IRS asks for and finally be prepared to wait a while. I really appreciate the feedback. Lisa
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Thought it would be timely to bring this topic back to life. Has anyone successfully claimed the Adoption Tax Credit? Any tips / suggestions for those who placed in 2011 and those hoping 2012 will be their year? Lisa
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Just stumbled onto another great passage: Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
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The 23rd Psalm is always a comfort. Something about those familiar words...
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What a beautiful day in Abrazo-land! Enjoy your new blessing and we will keep your family and birthfamily in our prayers!
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Congrats Dawn & Ben! What a lovely way to celebrate this Christmas!
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Congratulations Patty & Todd! Can't wait to see a photo of the happy family!
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The Help is one of my favorite books and movies. That quote is also a favorite! I plan to tell my child(ren) daily how much they are loved, how capable they are and they can achieve whatever their mind can dream (and beyond).
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It's on the bottom right-hand corner of everyone's posts, actually! They're called "reputation points" here. It's a little green circle with a + sign. Thanks!! I really "like" that!
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Where is the 'like' button on the forum? I find myself looking for the "like" button all the time!
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As I shake my head and say out loud, "By the grace of God..." How many of US are or where "those types of people"? I try very hard to remember that one decision or series of decisions can lead ANYONE down a very different path than they imagined.
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I have only 2 words, SPEECH LESS! Really, SMH...
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Congrats & welcome baby Joseph!
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Its a beautiful day to be "Normal"! Lindsay & Ryan, we celebrate with you and send loving prayers of peace and comfort for the family that loved baby Jack first. Lisa & Kevin