Aug. 23, 2006 It still seems like yesterday that we were in Ethiopia, clinging to hope that Noah would survive to be our son. He was so sick when we arrived. It still scares me to think about to this day--how many other children aren't lucky like Noah to have had access to medical care. … Continue reading How 60-Months Flies By
Adoption
36-Months Later
When I write 36-months it doesn't seem very long. But it has been nearly your entire life time Zoë. I can barely remember what our life was before you. You have completed our family--I can say that now with complete confidence. You are an incredible personality and I could never imagine how much I enjoy … Continue reading 36-Months Later
A Father
Today we celebrate fathers. I have a great dad and he is so much of the reason that I am who I am today. As I watch Noah and Zoë with their dad, my amazing husband, I know they are as lucky as I am to have a great dad. A Father's influence is powerful. … Continue reading A Father
He Has Had Enough, Thank You Very Much
Noah has had enough of me pointing out black kids. My attempts to get him to see other kids like him hit a breaking point on Monday. Monday was the start of summer camp and I would be lying if I didn't say how happy I was to see another black child in the camp … Continue reading He Has Had Enough, Thank You Very Much
Santa Claus, Jesus and Mothers
I know it sounds like the start of a bad joke. But in honor of the 5 year anniversary of receiving Noah's referral--I thought a Noah story was called for. We had a whirlwind Mother's day weekend. It has to be a weekend when you have divorced parents. I talked briefly with Noah and Zoë … Continue reading Santa Claus, Jesus and Mothers
