(Also known as Empathy Makes the World Go ‘Round?) Why is it that there are no great songs written about empathy? Love may make you go weak in the knees, … more »
There is a frequently quoted inspirational saying which asserts the two greatest gifts we can give our children are roots and wings. This has been interpreted to mean as parents … more »
Most people recognize sadness as a part of grief. If you see someone crying, it’s easy to make the assumption that something is wrong. Tears and sadness are a combination … more »
So here it is, another new year. Welcome to 2019! For almost half of Americans, making a resolution for the new year is a part of the tradition of the … more »
Today I watched the beginning of a miracle. Working in adoption is hard. It’s filled with joy, but it’s also filled with grief and brokenness. So much of the work … more »
How careful are you in the words that you use? How careful are the people around you in the words they choose? Are there any words or phrases that make … more »
Adoption is an emotionally charged experience. No matter if you come to adoption from infertility or because of a faith calling, it involves the lives of not just the child, but … more »
It’s quite common to hear people voicing their prayers, asking for prayers, and sending thoughts and prayers. Whether it’s from the pulpit of a church or a shared post on … more »
Adoption is one of those topics about which everyone seems to have an opinion or story. If you mention that you are thinking about becoming an adoptive parent, you will … more »
Once you start exploring the idea of adoption, you begin to face lots of decisions. One of those decisions is whether or not to ask for visits with your child … more »