Driving home from the store, (It seems like we are always driving home from the store), William referenced the eternal "Can I ______, I'll be your best friend!" (When someone wants what you have or wants you to do something and offers to be your best friend...) Then he said, "But, they never keep their … Continue reading Adopted children and their need to be accepted.
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Our Journey to Parenting: The DragonCon Experience
After years of going to Dragoncon, this one in 2008, was going to be very different. Because we were getting ready for our first DragonCon with kids. We were focused on getting the boys ready and figuring out how we were going to afford the trip at all, with two new sons. We couldn't even begin … Continue reading Our Journey to Parenting: The DragonCon Experience
Foster Care Memories After Adoption
Leaving the park today, William randomly says, " I'm lucky to have a family. I would have had a bad life if you and Daddy hadn't found us." It's random statements like this that stop me in my tracks, in one way, and then at the same time, I take them in stride because it's … Continue reading Foster Care Memories After Adoption
Overcoming Racial Challenges in Adoption: A Personal Story
Adopting black children changes your perspective. I find myself drawn to other black people now. I also find myself saying things like "other black people" because I now think I am one. : ) I worry about race in a way that I didn't before. I knew racism existed and I knew that I wasn't a racist. But, … Continue reading Overcoming Racial Challenges in Adoption: A Personal Story
Common Misconceptions About Adoptive Families
Perception is an interesting thing. I live my days with three children that are so much mine, in my heart, that I practically have memories giving birth to them. I know I didn't, though. No need to be concerned for my grasp on reality. But the point is that I don't dwell on the fact … Continue reading Common Misconceptions About Adoptive Families
Adopting foster children and their issues.
He was born 3.5 pounds, 6 weeks premature, at home. He had crack in his system. The biological mother was allowed to go home with him because she was cooperative and, therefore, it was labeled "low risk." Foster Care Two years later, he was put into foster care, with his three siblings, when it was … Continue reading Adopting foster children and their issues.
Understanding Child Behavior: Lessons from My Four-Year-Old
My four-year old son, Antwan, is at a tricky age. He knows he's a kid, but he doesn't want to be treated like one. Actually, he's always been like that, so maybe it's just that he's tricky. He doesn't find anything more frustrating than feeling like he's not being listened to. He is often the voice … Continue reading Understanding Child Behavior: Lessons from My Four-Year-Old
Challenges and Joys of Adoption Finalization
Three years ago, today, on May 9, 2008, our adoption of William and Antwan was finalized. They came to live with us on February 15th, but, on this day, it was made official and legal! It was a special, monumental day. And, at the same time, it was like any other day when you have … Continue reading Challenges and Joys of Adoption Finalization
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