This past Thursday I had the privilege of speaking to a group of adoptive and foster moms. I shared my adoption journey with them, made them laugh a few times (which is always a good sign when you're standing in front of a group of people speaking), and sold a few books. My mom also came with me and chimed in a few times as I knew she would. I'm glad she was able to come because other moms always enjoy talking with her and asking her questions, as well. She's always got a story to tell that's for sure!
But more importantly, my mom and I got to hear their stories! Hearing about their joys and triumphs with their adopted kids, as well as, the struggles and bumpy roads. I've said it once and I'll say it again, every adoption story is different. Every environment and situation an adoptive child comes into is different and every child is different, so there's no one cookie cutter answer to how to handle adoption. It can be messy and heartbreaking and amazing and incredibly rewarding all at the same time! But, that's life in general for any of us!
Even before we heard some of the individual stories from some of the moms there, my mom told them all that they were truly special people. It takes someone with a huge, generous, open and loving heart to adopt or foster a child. Many kids come with a lot of baggage, such as an abusive family, drugs, alcohol, etc. So, it takes a couple with not only love to give a child, but patience, understanding, and compassion. One foster mom there brought a 7 week old little boy that had been born premature. He was so cute and sweet and quiet the entire time. My mom and I had such gratitude, love and admiration for all the women there that night. We left uplifted by their adoption journeys and that's how it should be!
So, as another week approaches, may you find inspiration from someone you meet this week! Wishing you blessings of patience and compassion in the week ahead!
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