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Adopting Gratitude

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 in -playground- (1 Comments)

From Kyrgyzstan with Love—Part III of Adoption Stories

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 in -playground- (3 Comments)

Picturing Home—Part II of Adoption Stories

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 in -playground- (4 Comments)

Fostering Permanence—Part I of Adoption Stories

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 in -playground- (4 Comments)