Hisgrace Posted March 26, 2008 Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 Erin and James, I can only agree with the rest of these responses... I think birthfamilies are as varied as those seeking to adopt. I've been blessed with 6 great kids (5 through adoption, 4 through Abrazo). The last adoption involved a couple parenting 6 kids and they chose me, a single mom at that, because of my family size! Best wishes for a smooth journey! Kris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam & Beth Posted March 26, 2008 Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 Erin and James, I can only agree with the rest of these responses... I think birthfamilies are as varied as those seeking to adopt. I've been blessed with 6 great kids (5 through adoption, 4 through Abrazo). The last adoption involved a couple parenting 6 kids and they chose me, a single mom at that, because of my family size! Best wishes for a smooth journey! Kris That is cool and good news to those with children who may wish to grow their family further through Abrazo. I too like the way you phrased it ... "birthfamilies are as varied as those seeking to adopt". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen&scott Posted March 26, 2008 Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 Hi Kris! I know your time is not your own... parenting 6 kids! Whew...I am in total admiration of your energy and love. We would love to hear more from you, anytime! I know you have a wealth of information which would be so helpful to us all. I noticed this was only your 12th post...please do keep posting. Hugs, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
julieandjonathan Posted March 26, 2008 Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 This may not be good news for recent applicants OR adoptive families who've recently sent monthly reports or mailing for their children's birthparents: Mail Truck Bound for San Antonio Crashes & Burns; Thousands of Pieces of Mail Destroyed. Four words: Copy and track EVERYTHING!! Julie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erin and James Posted March 27, 2008 Report Share Posted March 27, 2008 Thanks to all of you who responded to my question and for all of your warm wishes! We were blessed with one miracle child, but we still feel that there is at least one other child out there waiting for us. My husband was adopted, and at that time, open adoption was just a concept. Fortunately, with the assistance of his mother, he located his birthparents and developed relationships with them, so we have a very blended family! I am just excited (and nervous) about the process. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen&scott Posted March 27, 2008 Report Share Posted March 27, 2008 Hi Erin and James! Welcome to Abrazo...we'd love to know more about you both. As you can see, open adoption is way more than a concept here, it's a way of life! James, if your comfortable enough, please do share about your search and reunion with your birthfamily, because we love those journeys and the emotions that come with them. I promise you will have a captive audience, who really do understand. We know not everyone is successful in their search, so I am glad to know you were/are. For other reunion posts, please visit under Adoptees, Coming Full Circle. You can even start your own blog, especially if you like to journal. Erin, I admire your courage and concern, your first post worrying about if your family fits what Abrazo is looking for. I think most of us can admit we have had some of the same feelings in the beginning. Good for you for saying it and asking it. Good luck on your journey, wherever it begins. Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRACEB Posted March 27, 2008 Report Share Posted March 27, 2008 Welcome Erin and James! This is a wonderful family, ABRAZO, people really care. Can't wait to follow your journey. Tracey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms. Ortega Posted April 1, 2008 Report Share Posted April 1, 2008 (edited) Welcome Erin and James. I hope you hear good news about your application. Keep us posted. Melissa Edited April 1, 2008 by Ms. Ortega Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPJ Posted April 1, 2008 Report Share Posted April 1, 2008 Welcome to Abrazo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan and Greg Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 Wecome to the family Jan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waitingforanangel Posted April 4, 2008 Report Share Posted April 4, 2008 Hi Erin and James, and Sugar Family, and all the new prospective parents. Welcome to Abrazo. My husband Paul and I originally started with a local agency in MD, and we were planning to adopt from Guatemala. But as we learned more about all the problems that Guatemala was facing in terms of regulations for adoption, we decided we would try domestic. The cousin of a friend of ours, and an Abrazo mom told us about her wondeful experience. THat was the Summer of 2007. We attended orientation in November '07, and we got a call about a BOG (baby on the ground, you'll learn all this alphabet soup of terms soon ) on Feburary 17. Our baby had been born the day before, and by February 19 he was in our arms. I was just singing Abrazo's praises to a friend who came to visit me and Michael today. She sounded interested in the whole process and although she didn't say so, I think that having Mikey in her arms made her think of the amazing possibilities that a little one brings to your life. Now, to all of you new families-- I have a package of materials that you might need when you start putting together your profile-- colored paper, some stickers, etc. I went a bit overboard when I bough the materials for ours (I literally went to 2 Targets and 2 Michael's in 2 different states ). I am glad to mail some of this materials for you to build your profile so you don't have to spend money on it. The paper is in blue hues, and I have some patterned paper. OUr profile is no longer posted on the Gallery since we're already in the post-placement phase, but trust me the colors are really cool and so is the patterned paper. So if anyone is interested, send me a PM and I'll be glad to mail you the left-over materials we have. I hope they will bring you luck like they did to us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
julieandjonathan Posted April 4, 2008 Report Share Posted April 4, 2008 Hi Erin and James, and Sugar Family, and all the new prospective parents. Welcome to Abrazo. My husband Paul and I originally started with a local agency in MD, and we were planning to adopt from Guatemala. But as we learned more about all the problems that Guatemala was facing in terms of regulations for adoption, we decided we would try domestic. The cousin of a friend of ours, and an Abrazo mom told us about her wondeful experience. THat was the Summer of 2007. We attended orientation in November '07, and we got a call about a BOG (baby on the ground, you'll learn all this alphabet soup of terms soon ) on Feburary 17. Our baby had been born the day before, and by February 19 he was in our arms. I was just singing Abrazo's praises to a friend who came to visit me and Michael today. She sounded interested in the whole process and although she didn't say so, I think that having Mikey in her arms made her think of the amazing possibilities that a little one brings to your life. Now, to all of you new families-- I have a package of materials that you might need when you start putting together your profile-- colored paper, some stickers, etc. I went a bit overboard when I bough the materials for ours (I literally went to 2 Targets and 2 Michael's in 2 different states ). I am glad to mail some of this materials for you to build your profile so you don't have to spend money on it. The paper is in blue hues, and I have some patterned paper. OUr profile is no longer posted on the Gallery since we're already in the post-placement phase, but trust me the colors are really cool and so is the patterned paper. So if anyone is interested, send me a PM and I'll be glad to mail you the left-over materials we have. I hope they will bring you luck like they did to us. How sweet and generous of you! Hope someone takes you up on your offer! All those supplies can be expensive....especially if you are not already a scrapbooker!! Julie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyhope Posted April 5, 2008 Report Share Posted April 5, 2008 (edited) 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 Edited April 5, 2008 by mommyhope Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbell Posted April 5, 2008 Report Share Posted April 5, 2008 Welcome Jenny! So glad you introduced yourself. You're right, there is a lot of information, as well as support, to be gained from this Forum community. Keep reading (and posting) and good luck on your adoption journey! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jallwein Posted April 5, 2008 Report Share Posted April 5, 2008 Welcome Jenny! When we started the adoption process, we were not very educated about open adoption. We found the forum to be absolutely wonderful and a wealth of information! The forum is also a great support system for those who participate, as I am sure that you can tell from following the forum! The Abrazo ladies are really great -- we learned a lot at orientation, and their are truly dedicated to finding the right match for the child, birthmother, and adoptive parents. Lastly, I find peace in knowing that all of the AP's have similar stories about infertility and that we all share a common goal of embracing a child and birthmother into our families. We hope that you consider Abrazo and send in your inquiry! 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPJ Posted April 5, 2008 Report Share Posted April 5, 2008 Welcome to Abrazo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkLaurie Posted April 6, 2008 Report Share Posted April 6, 2008 Thanks for introducing yourself, Jenny. Now get that inquiry sent in. What are you waiting for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan Posted April 6, 2008 Report Share Posted April 6, 2008 Welcome Jenny!! Please know that we are here for you through it all -- this Forum is an amazing place and you can lean on everyone here through your adoption journey -- get ready, it is quite the ride!! Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyhope Posted April 6, 2008 Report Share Posted April 6, 2008 Welcome Jenny!! Please know that we are here for you through it all -- this Forum is an amazing place and you can lean on everyone here through your adoption journey -- get ready, it is quite the ride!! Susan Thanks for all the warm wishes! I look forward to keeping in touch. Jenny G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erin and Mark Posted April 7, 2008 Report Share Posted April 7, 2008 My wife just sent our inquiry in today. I have been reading this forum for a while now, and I think that all of you that post on here are just amazing people. I am actually kind of addicted to this forum. I have gained a lot of knowledge about Abrazo from this forum that I don't think I could have learned anywhere else. Thank you everbody, Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkLaurie Posted April 7, 2008 Report Share Posted April 7, 2008 Abrazo forum addiction is an excellent start to a beautiful adoption journey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRACEB Posted April 7, 2008 Report Share Posted April 7, 2008 Welcome Jenny and Erin and Mark. My husband and I have just started this journey as well. We have sent in our inquiry and then our application last week. Look forward to following your journey. I too have learned so much from this Forum alone. It has opened my eyes and heart to so much more than before. I feel joy, excitement, happiness and sad for those on this forum. I'm addicted to reading about everyone's journeys and children. The forum is a "family". As someone stated before, it is nice to know that someone has been through what you have concerning infertilty. Welcome and hope to hear more on your journey. Tracey & Denver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeidiK Posted April 7, 2008 Report Share Posted April 7, 2008 My wife just sent our inquiry in today. I have been reading this forum for a while now, and I think that all of you that post on here are just amazing people. I am actually kind of addicted to this forum. I have gained a lot of knowledge about Abrazo from this forum that I don't think I could have learned anywhere else. Thank you everbody, Mark Three cheers for a Daddy post BEFORE orientation - the ladies at Abrazo LOVE it when the men-folk post! Welcome Erin and Mark - you have made it to a wonderful place. may your journey be blessed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam & Beth Posted April 7, 2008 Report Share Posted April 7, 2008 My wife just sent our inquiry in today. I have been reading this forum for a while now, and I think that all of you that post on here are just amazing people. I am actually kind of addicted to this forum. I have gained a lot of knowledge about Abrazo from this forum that I don't think I could have learned anywhere else. Thank you everbody, Mark Mark, Welcome to the Forum! It's nice to have more guys posting around here We look forward to getting to know you better and following you and your wife's adoption journey. Best wishes to you both, Adam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel & Erika Posted April 7, 2008 Report Share Posted April 7, 2008 Welcome Erin and Mark, Tracey and Denver, and Jenny G. Abrazo is a wonderful organization and the Forum is an excellent source of information, inspiration and support. Feel free to ask any questions and contribute in any way you can to the open discussions. We look forward to following along on your journeys! Peace, Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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