The Christmas season is here. It is always so fun to jump right into the festivities. For so many, myself included, sometimes the busy-ness of the season is all part of the thrill. Shopping, decorating, baking, wrapping, celebrating… and for Read more
Did you know that there are 6 Million pregnancies in the United States EVERY YEAR?
Did you know that HALF of those or 3 MILLION pregnancies are UNPLANNED?
Did you know that almost HALF of those unplanned pregnancies or 1.3 MILLION BABIES are terminated through abortion?
I don’t know about Read more
It’s NOVEMBER and National Adoption Month. This is my absolute favorite time of the year. Autumn days, leaves falling, pumpkins, cooler temperatures and the consistent reminder that it is a time to give thanks. For me, there are so many reasons to be thankful.
I am thankful for the simple things in Read more
There have been many questions regarding the Adoption Tax Credit vs. Reimbursement. It is our understanding that some changes will be taking place in 2012. Please refer to the links we have provided and speak to your accountant. They can better advise you.
Here is another link with more information:
http://taxes.about.com/od/deductionscredits/qt/adoptioncredit.htm
For some much needed information regarding the Adoption Tax Credit and Reimbursement, please check out this link:
As every adoption is unique and special in it’s own way, we appreciate the variables of personalities and emotions involved each situation. Some are more involved than others… It seems the more trying the journey, the sweeter the outcome.
This Read more
Many know that I answered my calling to work in adoption in 1994. In doing so, I have had the blessing of working with so many amazing families. In turn, I have also been able to meet and help hundreds and hundreds of birth moms. After a very long and trying day a Read more
I remember when Amy called in for the first time. I was running errands and standing in line at the bank. Because our helpline is answered 24 hours, we take it everywhere. As soon as I heard her voice, I knew she was special. I heard her share that she had been referred Read more
As April 15 quickly approaches, tax preparation is in full swing. We wanted to share this Adoption Tax Credit Information.
http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=236883,00.html
By visiting the link above, you will be given the latest information directly from the IRS on what is needed to properly file for your Adoption Tax Credit. Contact your accountant directly for any Read more
One year ago this month, baby Lauren was born. At the time of her birth, she tested positive for drugs. She was born six weeks early. A year ago, there was much to be concerned with. Now ~ there is much to celebrate. We celebrate the beautiful and loving Read more
January is National Sanctity of Life Month. We welcome the opportunity to stand for life. We celebrate the significance of life and in our “business”, that specifically means the life of the unborn. At the age of 42, it is easy for me to make a stand and intellectually, emotionally and passionately Read more