It has been said that adoption is the only trauma in the world where society expects the victims to be grateful and appreciative. To feel “lucky.”
I had absolutely no clue how much my heart could hold nor how capable it was. How much it would expand, ache, leap for joy and break - all at once…
Adoption
The consequences of negative labels are obvious, but even perceived positive labels can have lasting effects on behavior, self-esteem and even character…
Adoption
As a mother who did not have the privilege of carrying my children, this seemed to be a looming question in the early years of our adoption…
