They say, “Shame dies when stories are told in safe places.” While that might be true, I believe that shame is conquered when stories are shared in places that might not be safe. When I used to share my story, I was selective over who was privy to that information. My...

As an adoptee, I have always been fascinated with the debate between Nature vs. Nurture. It is a topic of discussion that has been around for decades. Yet there is not one single answer. Depending on the circumstances and the individuals involved, the pendulum can...

Nature vs. Nurture is a funny thing to consider as an adoptive mom. When you open the door to my son’s room, there are many things you can learn by looking around. You’ll quickly learn that he loves the outdoors. There are mountains, bears, and woodland creatures...

The age-old question of ‘nature versus nurture’ has been a hot topic in the field of psychology for quite some time. This briefly delves into the fascinating interplay between our genetic makeup and the environment we grow up in, ultimately shaping our unique...

I believe every adult adoptee has an inner child yearning for healing. My inner adoptee is in a constant state of searching. The inner child within me can be found weeping on the ground or running from rejection. On rare and special occasions you can find my inner...

This year on National Day of Prayer, May 4, 2023, we focused some of our prayers in relation to the adoption journey. Most of us can agree that post-placement is almost where we need the most help and guidance in our adoption journey. While were in the middle of the...

I’m sure you’ve heard this phrase: "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade." Well, in September 1986, my lemons had turned sour and were so full of seeds that I wasn’t sure a strainer, sugar, or even both could begin to transform them into anything palatable. The...

Ancestry is very important to adoptees. Knowing where we came from means the world to us. Learning who our parents are is part of that, but knowing family and cultural history is important as well. When I was in my mid-twenties, I discovered I really loved Eastern...

National Tell a Story Day is April 27, 2023. When I think about telling a story in regards to adoption, my mind goes to telling my family’s adoption story. No two adoption stories are alike. It is easy to want to hear other adoption stories and compare it to your own....

This is a hot topic lately. There are states trying to pass new legislation to make access to adoptee original birth certificates a reality. There are entities out there protesting this. Adoptees are searching for their history with no real place to start. As birth...