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The Year 2024 in Review

The Year 2024 in Review

2024 has been the year of community and building connections within the adoption triad. Intentionality combined with action leads to growth and long-lasting connections.   January: Building Community What I Wish I Knew No one has life figured out. I have spent...

Reflecting on Our Adoption Journey

Reflecting on Our Adoption Journey

As we approach the end of the year, it's a perfect time for reflection and renewal. As adoptive parents, we have journeyed through a year filled with lessons, challenges, and triumphs. Now, we have the opportunity to take those lessons and turn them into meaningful...

A Year of Community

A Year of Community

As the year 2024 comes to a close, I want to take some time to reflect on what this year meant to me as an individual. We started the year off discussing the importance of community and just how life changing it can be. I know firsthand how deeply healing getting...

Mental Health in the Adoptee Community

Mental Health in the Adoptee Community

National Adoption Awareness Month is in full swing and I feel hopeful and focused. The conversations surrounding this month have been purposeful and progressive. Mental health awareness has become increasingly prevalent in society, yet the specific needs of the...

Nurturing Your Mind, Body, and Spirit as Adoptive Parents

Nurturing Your Mind, Body, and Spirit as Adoptive Parents

As we delve into the theme of mental health this November, it's crucial to be mindful of the saying, "You can't pour from an empty cup." This is especially pertinent for adoptive parents, as we must prioritize our well-being—physically, mentally, and spiritually—to...

The Benefits of Honoring Traditions in an Adoptive Family

The Benefits of Honoring Traditions in an Adoptive Family

What does it mean to Honor traditions in an adoptive familly? Honoring traditions is a way to honor life and our experiences. We celebrate the journey of those who came before us, deepen our understanding of who we are, and create a foundation upon which future...