Stork Central 1,114 Posted October 18, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Two months ago, the couple from Louisiana were the last in the orientation circle, and they waited for hours to tell their story on Friday night. But they waited patiently, and listened attentively, because that's just the kind of people they are. They were the folks who had come to our Gertrude & the Shark Tank orientation weekend of 8/11 with their homestudy already done (and who'd found out in the course of their homestudy that their home had once belonged to that very same homestudy worker.) That night, they mentioned the importance of their families in their lives, and they'd said that once their baby comes home, he or she will never be set down, for all the loving relatives that are eagerly waiting to embrace their future child. That night, when everything seemed like such a distant possibility, they could not know that somewhere, in the very same city in which they were visiting, lived a beautiful woman with a big secret. She'd prided herself as being 'old enough to know better' so she was too embarrassed by her situation to share her dilemma. She knew in her mind what she needed to do, yet she struggled to find the courage to put that plan in motion. So she waited for months-- but she waited patiently, and nurtured the baby growing inside of her attentively-- until the day came when plans had to be made, because that's just the kind of person she is. Looking over profiles in the hospital after her son was born, she was very certain of which one she felt was "right." For everything in her life that she felt was wrong, she had found one couple in particular who seemed so very right to her, who were so ready to raise the baby she couldn't and who could love the baby just as she would, no matter what. And for all the uncertainty of the months preceding, when she found them, she found peace, as well. Today, her son became theirs, they became hers and she became theirs. We wish them all much laughter and joy in their growing relationship, and yes... wet dog kisses, too. (Just because.) Blessings, all! 2 Link to post Share on other sites
DPJ 254 Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Praise...boyz ROCK!!! Welcome to the world Thomas!!! Link to post Share on other sites
TexasFamily 190 Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Congrats to the new family of 3! And blessings to the strong, courageous BirthMother. Leah and Kevin Link to post Share on other sites
Lindsey J 21 Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Two months ago, the couple from Louisiana were the last in the orientation circle, and they waited for hours to tell their story on Friday night. But they waited patiently, and listened attentively, because that's just the kind of people they are. They were the folks who had come to our Gertrude & the Shark Tank orientation weekend of 8/11 with their homestudy already done (and who'd found out in the course of their homestudy that their home had once belonged to that very same homestudy worker!) That night, they mentioned the importance of their families in their lives, and they'd said that once their baby comes home, he or she will never be set down, for all the loving relatives that are eagerly waiting to embrace their future child. That night, when everything seemed like such a distant possibility, they could not know that somewhere, in the very same city in which they were visiting, lived a beautiful woman with a big secret. She'd prided herself as being 'old enough to know better' so she was too embarrassed by her situation to share her dilemma. She knew in her mind what she needed to do, yet she struggled to find the courage to put that plan in motion. So she waited for months--but she waited patiently, and nurtured the baby growing inside of her attentively-- until the day came when plans had to be made, because that's just the kind of person she is. Looking over profiles in the hospital after her son was born, she was very certain of which one she felt was "right." For everything in her life that she felt was wrong, she had found one couple in particular who seemed so very right to her, who were so ready to raise the baby she couldn't and who could love the baby just as she would, no matter what. And for all the uncertainty of the months preceding, when she found them, she found peace, as well. Today, her son became theirs, they became hers and she became theirs. We wish them all much laughter and joy in their growing relationship, and yes... wet dog kisses, too. (Just because.) Blessings, all! This is beautiful! I have chills all over. Congratulations to the new family and prayers to the birth mother. Link to post Share on other sites
RHSegura 548 Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Sounds like another perfect match!!! So happy for the newly expanded family of three and for this sweet mom who found just the family she needed at just the right time. Blessings to all and welcome baby boy! Link to post Share on other sites
melissamerritt 254 Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Congrats to this newly formed family!!! Link to post Share on other sites
BDP21 292 Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Congrats to this new family of 3! Welcome to the world Thomas! Link to post Share on other sites
bmom2nickngrace 31 Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Congrats to the new family! Link to post Share on other sites
tara&eric 87 Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Congratulations, Becky and Steven and WELCOME, sweet baby Thomas!! Link to post Share on other sites
Steven&Melissa 979 Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Oh my gosh, this announcement made me cry like a baby. BEAUTIFUL. Congratulations to this growing family - birth and adoptive - as you find common ground and tremendous peace as you raise your son surrounded by love! Link to post Share on other sites
TRACEB 102 Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Congratulations to all those who love baby Thomas that are now a forever Family! God is Good. What an awesome Baby Announcement! Link to post Share on other sites
wen+jas 17 Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 What a beautiful announcement. Wonderful to share such great news. Congratulations to the new formed families. May peace follow you always. Link to post Share on other sites
erin 4 Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Congratulations on the birth of baby Thomas! Link to post Share on other sites
Karen&Bernie 6 Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 Congratulations on the arrival of Baby Thomas and peace to all who love him! Link to post Share on other sites
JenniJJ 11 Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 The forum is great for staying connected and meeting new friends. Had a great visit with Dyna. It was such a pleasure meeting you. Congrats! Love hearing happy stories. Baby boys are absolutely amazing. Best of luck to you and your new son. Link to post Share on other sites
Jocelyn 377 Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 What a touching announcement! Welcome to the world Baby Thomas and congrats to the newest Abrazo family! Link to post Share on other sites
Andrea & Blake 95 Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 what wonderful news. congratulations to this new expanded family. hoping all relationships blossom over time. andrea Link to post Share on other sites
Christy 29 Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 Welcome baby Thomas and Congratulations Becky and Steven!! Big hugs to you all! Link to post Share on other sites
hkingkong 10 Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 Congratulations! Link to post Share on other sites
Jill P. 7 Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 Awesome...congrats! Link to post Share on other sites
HeidiK 94 Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 so sweet...welcome welcome welcome! Link to post Share on other sites
Stork Central 1,114 Posted October 19, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 "Να φροντίζετε δύναμη του πνεύματος για να σας ασπίδας στην ξαφνική κακοτυχία. Αλλά μην διατρέχουν κίνδυνο τον εαυτό σας με σκούρα φαντασιώσεις. Πολλοί φόβοι γεννιούνται από την κούραση και τη μοναξιά. Πέρα από ένα υγιεινό πειθαρχία, να είναι ευγενής με τον εαυτό σας. Είσαι παιδί του Σύμπαντος, όχι λιγότερο από ό, τι τα δέντρα και τα αστέρια? Έχετε το δικαίωμα να είμαι εδώ. Και κατά πόσο ή όχι είναι σαφές σε σας, χωρίς αμφιβολία το σύμπαν εξελίσσεται όπως θα έπρεπε." "Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should." -- from the "Desiderata" by Max Ehrman Undoubtedly, two very special angels named Sharon and Gus were watching from Heaven with joy, as her beloved daughter and son-in-law and as his favorite aunt and uncle finally met their long-awaited son this week. The proud new parents hail from Abrazo's Griffin & the Gliders orientation weekend of 1/11, and it was because of their friendship with another Abrazo couple who took placement several years ago that they found their way here. In the course of their adoption plan, they did sometimes have to choose not to be "distressed by dark imaginings," but they felt called to the arrangement to which they'd committed, and to the birthmom who saw so much potential in them, even when it required patience, gentle faith, and redoing the nursery just weeks before the due date. And it's a good thing they did! Because clearly, the universe has unfolded as it should; their newborn son will forever enjoy a world full of trees and stars, and he will undoubtedly appreciate their willingness to save all that pink bedding for their next new family member. Boys rule! Blessings, all! 1 Link to post Share on other sites
TexasFamily 190 Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 Another Forever Family this week! Such wonderful news! I love it. Congrats to the new family. Leah and Kevin x Link to post Share on other sites
DPJ 254 Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 Lots of lil' boys this year in Abrazoland....Welcome to the World Christo!!! Link to post Share on other sites
tara&eric 87 Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 Yay! Congratulations, Danette and Chris and a big welcome to precious baby Christo! (it's true; boys rule!! ) Link to post Share on other sites
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