Awareness

I heard on the radio that November is adoption awareness month. The program mentioned the ridiculous number of kids in the U.S. who are in need of being adopted. Most of them are in the foster care system for three years before they 'age out' and are sent to live a life on their own. I can't imagine what it would be like to be 18 and sent out into the world without parents to turn to. Without any real direction. Growing up without really feeling wanted, or valued, or adored.

It's so sad to think about. Compounded by how our Nation handles these broken kids with that of all the children in third world countries living on the street, or in child imprisonment camps.

I'm not sharing all of this to be a 'Debbie Downer,' because really for me, adoption is something I treasure and am so passionate about. Yet, the need is so overwhelming at times I hope more people will consider how they can help.

I want to share a blog post that touches a bit on all these things, but primarily on how to help and understand families who choose adoption.





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