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Open Adoption Q & A, Part 2
2008-05-12 14:00:00
In the previous post, I answered some reader questions about open adoption. Here's another one: Q: How can we maintain a relationship with our child???s birth family in a way that will be best for our child? A: This is... ...
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Open Adoption Q & A
2008-05-09 14:00:00
Here are some questions about open adoption I have received from readers: Q: Did your son???s birth mother have other children after your son? If so, how has your son handled the information that she placed him for adoption yet... ...
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Open Adoption - May's 'Adoption World' Theme
2008-05-07 22:14:10
This month in Adoption World e-zine, you'll learn some of the typical questions asked of birth parents, adoptive parents, and adoptees who are involved in an open adoption (to start your free subscription, just fill in the form in the... ...
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Foster Care Awareness Event: Walk Me Home
2008-05-02 14:00:00
If you like to walk, consider joining "Walk Me Home," a 5K (3.1 mile) walk to raise funds and awareness for foster care in the U.S. Sponsored by The National Foster Parent Association, Walk Me Home is a great way... ...
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'The Adoption Decision' Contest Winner
2008-05-02 01:52:17
Announcing the winner of April's book giveaway contest: Jen and Kris Howell of Tennessee won an autographed copy of The Adoption Decision: 15 Things You Want to Know Before Adopting . Their "Spa Evening" was selected as the most innovative... ...
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HeBlogsSheBlogs.com 'Grand Opening' Starts May 1
2008-04-25 14:00:00
If you're interested in learning how to become a better writer, blogger, and marketer, visit my new site, HeBlogsSheBlogs.com. My business partner, Jim Rubart, and I started He Blogs, She Blogs last summer and we've been so busy working with... ...
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Adoption Talk on KVI 570 AM This Sunday, April 27
2008-04-24 14:00:00
Join me on Seattle's KVI 570 AM talk radio this Sunday, April 27, from 1-2 p.m. Pacific time, when we're going to talk "adoption" for a full hour. Host Delaina Bochsler and I will be giving out free copies of... ...
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Adoption Fundraiser: Adoption Auction
2008-04-22 14:00:00
Enter to win an autographed copy of The Adoption Decision: 15 Things You Want to Know Before Adopting . Just sign up for my free Adoption World eZine (send a blank email to adoptionworld@aweber.com) and follow the contest entry instructions... ...
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???My Home is Your Home???
2008-04-21 14:00:00
Today, guest columnist Leigh Stevens joins us. She shares how she is experiencing God's call to adopt internationally. As she and her husband await the right timing, they are providing financial assistance to other families who are adopting. By Leigh... ...
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Adoption Fundraiser: Spa Evening
2008-04-19 17:00:00
Enter to win an autographed copy of The Adoption Decision: 15 Things You Want to Know Before Adopting . Just sign up for my free Adoption World eZine (send a blank email to adoptionworld@aweber.com) and follow the contest entry instructions... ...
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'The Memory Keeper's Daughter' - Sat. on Lifetime
2008-04-11 19:49:53
As I was looking over the TV listings, I noticed that "The Memory Keeper's Daughter," a made-for-TV adaptation of Kim Edwards' novel by the same name, will be on Lifetime this Saturday at 9 p.m. The movie stars Dermot Mulroney... ...
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Movie Review: 'Juno'
2008-04-10 00:50:18
By Blair Buckler Guest Columnist The story of Juno MacGuff (Ellen Page) follows a ???confidently frank??? 16-year-old girl on an emotional nine-month adventure into adulthood. Juno is a quick-witted and distinctively unique individual who walks to her own tune and... ...
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ADOPTIONOMICS, Part 2: Resources to Help You Offset Adoption Costs
2008-04-07 14:00:00
You???ve decided to adopt a child, and you estimate it???s going to cost $25,000. You earn $56,000 per year. How are you going to come up with that much cash?! Adoption professionals???many of whom are adoptive parents themselves???realize that adopting... ...
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ADOPTIONOMICS, Part 1: Why is Adoption So Expensive?
2008-04-07 02:00:00
Have you thought about adopting a child, but gotten scared off by rumors of exorbitant adoption fees? Adopting doesn???t have to be an impossible dream. During this three-part series, you???ll discover some practical steps you can take to make adopting... ...
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Books for Pre-Adoptive Catholic Families
2008-04-06 14:00:00
One of my readers is compiling a resource list of books--both adult and juvenile--for Catholic families who are considering adoption. This topic is outside of my area of expertise. If you know of any adoption books with a distinctly Catholic... ...
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Orphan Care Organization: SOS Children
2008-04-05 14:00:00
I've been featuring several orphan care organizations lately. Here's another one: SOS Children www.soschildren.org Mary Wolfe from SOS Children writes: We are the world's largest orphan charity, working in 123 countries, caring directly for 60,000 children who have been orphaned... ...
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What it’s Like to Participate in an Orphan Hosting Program
2008-04-04 14:00:00
The last two posts have introduced you to orphan hosting programs. Linda Goodnight has hosted four children since 2005. She told me about her experiences with two hosting programs that she recommends: URGEX, U.S.-Russian Global Exchange www.urgex.net Fostering Hope www.hopeukraine.org... ...
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Orphan Hosting Programs: The Russian Orphan Lighthouse Project
2008-04-03 14:00:00
In my last post, I introduced you to a program that brings orphans from other countries for short-term stays with host families in your area. Here’s another: www.lhproject.com Lisa Smith, program director, says this is “a Christian older orphan vacation... ...
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Orphan Hosting Programs: New Horizons for Children
2008-04-02 20:10:31
If you're thinking about adopting an older child internationally, you might consider participating in a program that brings children from other countries for short-term stays with host families in your area. In the next few posts, I’ll be introducing you... ...
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5 Ways to Bring Your Family Closer Together
2008-03-31 14:00:00
How good are you at making room for quality time with your family? A new magazine called SUCCESS offers five tips to help you to achieve a successful relationship with your family. Create a family calendar. Schedule time each week... ...
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Orphan Care Organizations
2008-03-28 17:17:41
In my last post, I explained several reasons why 90 percent of the world’s orphans will never be adopted. I also introduced you to several orphan care organizations – caring folks who use creative methods to care for orphaned children.... ...
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4 Days Left on 'Adoption Network' Book Giveaway
2008-03-27 20:24:25
My March Madness giveaway of The Adoption Network has been a huge success; I've sent books to 26 states, plus Canada and several other countries. Only four days remain for you to request your free copy. You'll find all the... ...
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Birth Mother's Day Gift Ideas - Plan Ahead for May 10, 2008
2008-03-21 02:37:57
Did you know that there is an official Birth Mother's Day? Yep, it's true. I love Birth Mother's Day because it gives adoptive families a chance to honor the special women who birthed the children we have the privilege of... ...
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'Gotcha Day' Products - What do You Recommend?
2008-03-07 21:47:12
I just received an email from an entrepreneurial adoptive mom. She and a friend are considering creating a line of products to help adoptive families celebrate their child's adoption day (sometimes referred to as "Gotcha" day). They want your input... ...
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Sign up for new 'Adoption World' eZine
2008-03-07 02:25:43
Adoption World eZine is ready for launch! This new, free e-newsletter offers fresh content you won't find on the Exploring Adoption blog or at my web site, www.laurachristianson.com. Each monthly issue focuses on a different adoption-related topic and contains useful... ...
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Contact with Birthmom Saddens 9-year-old
2008-03-04 14:00:00
One of my readers has requested help with the following dilemma: Her 9-year-old son, whom she adopted at birth, has an open adoption with his birth mom. He recently had a visit with her, and the contact seems to sadden... ...
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