Adoption

Told my son abouot adoption...

I have an almost 14 year old (will be 14 on nov 1st)

We had a great family conversation over dinner. We told him that we would be building our family through adoption. He had lots and lots of questions, but overall I think he is excited about it.

I tried to answers his questions as best as possible - and I was impressed about what kinds of questions.

He did not ask things like boy or girl, how old, etc. He asked very grown up questions: Like: will they have visits with their parents? - How long is the process? - Can I go to the classes also, it will help me better understand these children. - What kinds of children are in the "system"?

And my favorite - "What can I do to help"

He is really turning into a fine young man.

Re: Told my son abouot adoption...

  • Aw, that is the sweetest thing I ever heard. ::sniff::
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  • What a dear! You are blessed to have him. Virtual hug as I go for my tissues...
  • So sweet.....and yes, I am teary-eyed too.

    What a good and thoughtful boy!

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  • oh my gosh girl you have yourself a keeper there!!!! sniffle sniflfle.
    Married on 3.20.2004. It took 30 month, 2 failed adoptions and IVF for our first miracle. We have had 9 foster kids since he was born and started the domestic adoption process when he was 10 month old, we had 4 failed matches in that time. After our daughter was born we brought her home and spent 2 weeks fearing we might lose her because of complications that came up. But Praise God all went through and she is ours forever! Expecting again after IVF Baby Birthday Ticker Ticker Baby Birthday Ticker Ticker
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  • he is certainly a fine young man!!! you've done a great job.

     thanks for sharing!...

    After 7 years of marriage and 5 unsuccessful IVFs, we have been granted the gift of adopting a baby boy, born 4/21/11.
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  • Wow, what a good kid! You've done good, mom!

    Lisa

    (I'm BCSdesigngirl on the TTC board you just joined).

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