I’ve had this post in my head for quite a while now. It’s existed in parts, none of them very well-expressed or complete in form, but I’m tired of it rattling in my head, and weighing so heavily in my heart, that I’m setting it free. In doing so perhaps there will be some relief, [...]
An article in today’s Wall Street Journal discusses how increasing numbers of companies are stepping up with adoption benefits, or increasing the adoption benefits they already offer, including longer paid time off or increased reimbursement of adoption expenses.
The article contrasts the bump up in benefits for some with the increasing amount of red tape and restrictions [...]
It seems folks over at my agency haven’t tired of me yet as they’ve just published my latest column on open-adoption parenting in their newsletter and on their website.
If a look-see strikes your fancy, ride the fresh link that’s nestled nicely in my sidebar and head to Page 10 and 11. And if I’ve got [...]
Here’s my contribution to The ‘Dear Me’ Project.
Dear 2005 Me (a pre-mama mamagigi),
I know that right now you are aching to be a mother and most times it feels like it will never happen, and that no one understands the hole in your heart.
I know that right now your daydreams and even your nightdreams are filled with hopes of [...]
Meeting Maeve: Her ‘Wave’ Hello
In one phone call a year and a half ago this week, I became a mom. And almost exactly 24 hours after receiving The Call that would forever change my life, I met my daughter.
My husband and I watched her get wheeled into the hospital nursery where we sat with anticipation. She had [...]
