I witnessed something unexpected this weekend---a swirl of pain in a normally safe place. A group devoted to conversations about parenting adopted/foster children with connection, a group teaching
Meet Five Siblings with a Close Bond
These five siblings are hoping to be matched with a family soon This sibling group in Latin America has a very close bond. They all attend school and are well adapted in their classrooms. They form
Full Circle: 11-Year-Old Adoptee Gives Back on Her Birthday
"I love giving back to a program that took care of me" When Kate Tunstall’s 11th birthday was around the corner, she surprised her family with an interesting birthday request: in lieu of presents,
An Adoptee’s Perspective: 10 Things Your Child Needs to Know
10. You have a right to feel the way you do about your adoption journey. Adoption is complicated and messy and wonderful and heartbreaking. Life may feel wonderful to you now or it may feel
For the Love of a First Mom (Birth Mom)
Last Friday my son arrived home from school with a friend. He opened the front door, calling out, “Hi, Mom!” Turning to his friend, he added, “Dude, I have two moms. That means I have eight
A Journey to Sibling Adoption
High school sweethearts, Brooke and Brandon from Northwestern Minnesota, married and dreamed of having a big family. Heartbroken and disappointed after years of unsuccessful fertility treatments, they
8 Things to Say Instead of “He’s so lucky to have you”
When your friends and family hear you’ve added a foster child to your family, there is a wide range of typical reactions. There are those that are less than supportive (Are you crazy? I read about a
Meet Sweet Joel and Read About His Birthday Surprise
A 5,000 child-specific grant is available to his family "Joel" was counting down the days for his eighth birthday and was surprised with a bike by volunteers. He loves his bike and wants to ride it
Olivia is One: Life after placement
I am behind as Olivia is almost 13 months old but I finally feel OK to talk about this milestone without bawling... I was SO SO fortunate to celebrate Olivia's birthday, smash cake included. It was
Meet a fun and caring teenager in Minnesota foster care
Lonnae, age 17, is an outgoing, talkative, and energetic girl who truly appreciates companionship. While shy at times, she is extremely lovable and enjoys one-on-one attention and praise. Lonnae loves
