In August, our East Coast Adoption Coordinator Ashlene, came out to California for a visit. For training purposes, I took Ashlene with me to meet with a new birth mom (let’s call her Yvonne) who had called in and needed some help. That day we went to the hardest part of one of Read more
The change of seasons into Autumn is always an exciting time. The Fall ornaments and scarecrows in the yard, pumpkins and for our family- the annual trip to the local apple orchard. It marks the beginning of the holiday season which is full of tradition and family fun.
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Last night as I was waiting in the parking lot during my daughter’s soccer practice, I noticed two young men in uniform just sitting there. They had their car windows wide open and they were just hanging out and listening to music, talking, laughing… They were so young, maybe 19ish.
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40 Days for LIFE is a time set aside every year that individuals with a conviction to stand for Life, join together with others to pray for the unborn and their mother’s who are contemplating abortion. Though they do stand for 40 Days with signage in front of Family Planning Clinics or Planned Read more
I have often wondered what I would say if I was to see my daughter Devony’s birth parents. How would I act? What would I do? The perfect picture in my mind – if it ever was to happen- is all about love and my thankfulness to them.
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Regardless of the outcome of yesterday’s elections here in California, today I am counting my blessings. In an economy such as this, the fact is, we still have wonderful families who are budgeting and investing in private adoption. I just received a text from an adoptive mom who adopted last year through us Read more
Adoption Answer is honored and very excited to be utilized as a trusted resource and ministry in many churches across the United States. If there are any adoption or unplanned pregnancy counseling needs in your church or community, please feel free to contact our office. We can supply you with brochures geared toward Read more
My son Garrett is home sick today from kindergarten. He asked me if he could still eat breakfast even though he is sick. He is five and at that stage where no question is too ridiculous to ask. When you answer his questions, be prepared for more questions to follow.
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After having a phone discussion with one of our Adoptive Moms today, I found myself both bothered and impressed. The adoptive mom’s name is Jessica. She is Caucasian, as is her husband Harry. Their almost two month old baby girl, Sara, is bi-racial African America/Caucasian. Together, they make a beautiful family.
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We received a call from 17 yr old yesterday ~ she has decided to place her baby for adoption BECAUSE she had a teacher who invited a speaker to share the positives of adoption to their class 2 years ago. This sweet girl did not realize when Read more