This year I am thankful for more than just the family that bumps elbows while we pass butterhorn rolls and cranberry sauce down the makeshift t-shaped table that we stuff into my parents’ dining room. more »
Nov 21, 2012
by Patty Hamsher
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Many children in orphanages in Kyrgyzstan with life-threatening medical conditions have faced the fate that was almost Katherine's: without a doubt, she would have passed away without diagnosis or treatment. more »
Mar 7, 2012
by Chante Lasco
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The isolation of her childhood became an afterthought; she was related to these people but grew up with her family. Or was it the other way around? more »
Feb 22, 2012
by Patty Hamsher
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Eleven years ago, a baby boy was placed in our home. He became part of our family—our baby boy. As we watched him grow and reach milestones, reunification with his biological family became a dim prospect. more »
Feb 9, 2012
by Jean Callis
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