Category Archives: Adoption

Adoption: The Beginning of the End

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Christie

It was the day after Gavin was born.  Farid and I finally received word from our caseworker that we could go up to the hospital to visit. As we got to the hospital, we went to see the birth parents … Continue reading →

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Celebration Day: Gavin Turns One

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Christie

A year ago we sat in a waiting room for hours, awaiting the birth of Gavin. It was nerve racking.  His birth would be the beginning of a 72 hour wait before he could become “ours”. In the meantime, we … Continue reading →

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Adoption: Waiting for Baby

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Christie

A year ago today, my husband and I anxiously waited for a phone call from our caseworker, waiting to hear that we could go to the hospital to await the arrival of our soon to be son. The Friday before … Continue reading →

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When Adoption Isn’t Easy…

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Christie

There is nothing easy about adopting. Contrary to what some may think, it’s not an easy way out for the birthmom.  The decision to place her child for adoption was one made out of love and comes with much sacrifice. … Continue reading →

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Adoption: Choosing a Baby Name

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Christie

Farid and I had seven short weeks to prepare for the arrival of our little boy.  Seven weeks to choose a name.  Seven weeks to AGREE on a name. But there was one more hitch. The birthparents wanted to be … Continue reading →

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Adoption: Meet the Parents!

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Christie

“Although we have never met, we feel like you already have a special place in our hearts! We often think about you and ask ourselves, ‘What does she look lie? I wonder what her personality is like. What are her … Continue reading →

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Waiting for the Call

Posted on March 7, 2013 by Christie

Have you ever waited for something (or for someone) for so long that you thought it would never come? If you have adopted, or know of someone who has, you know that there’s a lot of waiting.  Oh, there’s the … Continue reading →

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