Carol's story
I have always felt a need to justify my feelings. I've recently realized this is both a symptom of my upbringing as well as a feeling that somehow I don't fit in. The fact that I am a woman compounds this problem
Read More…I have always felt a need to justify my feelings. I've recently realized this is both a symptom of my upbringing as well as a feeling that somehow I don't fit in. The fact that I am a woman compounds this problem
Read More…I began to daydream about my mom. I glorified her. I told lies to my friends about my real mom and that she was coming to get me. I remember that my friend’s parents told my parents about what I was saying at school (mind you this was when I was in 2nd and 3rd grade). My parents did not address any issues with me. The only time that adoption was ever discussed was when they sat me down in 2nd grade and told me that I was adopted .
Read More…I have a huge family- but must admit that as I grow older, I feel less connected in some ways. I am so happy to have 2 children of my own who look like me. That has probably been one of the most basic things that I always longed for- someone who looked like me.
Read More…I never felt like I was missing something growing up adopted. I was loved and never felt any different or was treated differently. I think having children of my own made me appreciate more what it means to be blood related.
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