One Year

Approximately one year ago we were devastated. The prospective birth mother that we had grown to care about and love had changed her mind and decided to parent after the birth of her daughter. Nick and I were talking today how so much has changed in a year. A year ago, we thought that just might be the end of our adoption journey. After such a heart wrenching loss we weren't sure we could continue. Nick said, "Everything worked out perfectly" I have to agree. Knowing now, what I wish I knew then, that situation wasn't going to work out from the beginning. It wasn't all for naught though. I learned A LOT, and because of that crappy situation, I tend to be more loving and patient with C's birth parents. Things aren't always easy, but I'm so thankful for birth family that was willing to allow A and A make the decision that was best for little man. Everyone has received us with open arms. Although there were family members that supported A parenting, those same people supported her decision to place C in our home. We continue to have a relationship with them and I'm so incredibly thankful for C (and us) to have so many loving, kind people in our lives. It truly is amazing how much life can change in a year. I'm hugging my babies super tight tonight.

Angel of Miracles

My sister bought me an angel pin. I loved it!! BUT it was a pin and seriously who wears those under the age of 60? So after much debating I asked my handy dandy husband if he could take off the back of it for me. He did and I turned my beautiful angel into a necklace. I'm hoping to get a couple charms for K and C to complete it, but I really love it as it is :) Thank you for my thoughtful sister and keeping my sweet angel alive :)

Angel of Miracles

May this special angel

Always let you know

Miracles surround us

Wherever we go