One of our special birth moms - Ashley
Ashley’s Story
The first day that I came across Adoption Answer was a day I will never forget. It would be the day that my whole life would change. I was 24 and already a mother to three kids, but they were not in my care due to wrong choices in life. I was homeless on the streets when I found out I was pregnant. I was alone with no family support. I began to scroll through the yellow pages and there I found Adoption Answer.
The first day I spoke with the Michelle from Adoption Answer, she actually came and met me at the doctor’s office. It was a shock to find out that I was 17 weeks pregnant. From that first day, Michelle made sure that I was safe and that all my needs were met. Never would I think that the relationship between she and I would be more than business, but I was wrong. She was there for me- not just regarding the adoption but in every aspect of my life. She helped direct me in life and was standing by my side through all of my struggles. I couldn’t have been more blessed to have a person like her as part of my life.
In July, I gave birth to a beautiful blessing – my son. My relationship with the adoptive parents grew to be close. It made me very content with my choice and I wouldn’t have it any other way. I would be lying if I sat here and told you that this is an easy thing to go through, because it’s not. It’s only been a few months so not a day goes by that I don’t think of him or wonder what he is doing. But when I’m hurting, I remember a certain thing the adoptive father said to me. He encouraged me to pray, and to thank God for what I do have and to ask the Lord to give me tangible signs on what to do next. I never really prayed before this experience, but now I do – every day. I do miss my son, but I know that he is loved and that he has the most wonderful parents in the world.
A lot has changed in my life and it has taken a turn for the better as my three kids are back with me for good. I’ve grown in so many ways and have changed everything about my life. I see life in a whole different way. I never knew that I could be capable of making such a difference in two people’s lives, but the tears of joy and happiness I saw after my son was born. Their look – as if nothing else was around- was the warmest feeling to my heart. It brought me to tears. Not only will I carry on in life with a special place in my heart for my son, but also for his parents.
Michelle, as well as her daughter Arielle have a special place in my heart. They are special people – who still are a part of my life, physically and emotionally. We have become like family.
Ashley, age 25