In Part One, I mentioned adoption is full of heartbreak, and last week I talked about a lot of the birth mothers’ pain. However, a birth mother is not the only party in the triad (birth parent, adoptive family, child) who experiences heartbreak. Often times, an adoptive family has experienced pain and heartbreak of their
"How do I begin to thank you for all that you have meant to me in the past several months? I can't imagine going through this adoption without you. Thank you for all the trips, for coming to be with me during labor, and for counseling me and my mom. Thank you for everything."
"You were there through the most painful experience of my life. Your presence was comforting, and I know God intended for you to be my protection through this rough time. Talking to you has been a relief and a true blessing."
"My experience with CFS couldn't have been better. Adoption is definitely the hardest thing I had to do in life. I was able to do it with God and CFS at my side every step of the way. Meeting the family was the most amazing part of the whole part of the process. I connected with the family in every way possible."
"I was at peace, the family and I were at peace, and we were all at peace with God. It is truly hard to express in words the things that went on during that meeting. Words don't do it justice, really."
"Overall, this experience was truly remarkable. CFS is an amazing organization. They are now part of my family, and I know they will be with me every step of the way through the good and bad times. They definitely provide endless amounts of support, and I know I can call them whenever I need them."
