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My Adoption Journey –
When I found out I was pregnant, I was in a desperate situation. At the age of 20, I had two kids already. The relationship with the baby’s birth father had become abusive and my family really didn’t want to have too much to do with me. I seriously considered abortion and came very close to having one. I thought of adoption but the first adoption agency I called was very cold and made me feel as if I was just a customer.
When I called Adoption Answer, it was different. The voice that came from the other end of the telephone was warm and comforting – she introduced herself as Michelle. As our conversation continued, I felt like I could trust her and that they would really help me. I shared that I was practically homeless and had two children who I had to trust to their father’s care as I was in no position to provide for them. They came up to meet me for an appointment and instead of leaving me homeless, began to help me that same day.
I entered into the world of adoption and looked and read through many profiles of adoptive parents wanting to complete their family. The first two families I chose were unable to proceed with adoption – they were just not the right family. Michelle assured me that I would find the perfect family and I will never forget when she told me that she had ONE MORE PROFILE for me to look at. IT WAS THEM! At first glance, this couple made me feel that they were going to be it! As I read through the profile, I knew they were everything I wanted for my unborn child. When I met them – this complete peace came over me.
The adoptive parents were very involved with everything. They were and are so wonderful and I could not have asked for better parents for my child. She is so blessed to be with them.
If it wasn’t for Michelle, Arielle and the Adoption Answer staff, I don’t think my journey through adoption would have been so wonderful. During the six month period that I lived in the birth mom home, I was able to complete my high school diploma and am now about to graduate with my certification as a Medical Assistant. My children were able to come and live with me. I also began going to church and accepted the Lord as my Savior. I thank the Lord for leading me to Adoption Answer. I thank the Lord for Michelle having Adoption Answer as a ministry – she is such a wonderful person and helped me through so much. Recently I moved out on my own and I still call Michelle. I continue to go to church. I am hopeful for my future and am thankful for the peace I had through the whole adoption process and even after.
Michelle, I will always be so grateful for you being there for me through everything. I love you.
Kimberly, age 21