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Apr

The Rebirth at Easter

This Sunday many Christians will celebrate Easter, a special time of grieving Jesus’ death and celebrating new life in his resurrection. Our Jewish brothers and sisters celebrate the Passover, a time to cel...

8
Mar

Healing Grief

My daughter arrived home at thirteen months, broken in spirit and disconnected. I sensed that she was engulfed in an invisible cocoon. Her cries and screams which happened without warning and often over a doz...

1
Mar

My Husband Didn't Share My Passion for Adoption; He Does Now!

I have had a passion for adoption for many years. My first paper in my first college course was about international adoption. When Read More

15
Feb

Expect the Unexpected

Expect the unexpected in life. Not something we necessary are good at, especially when our expectations are way off the mark from how reality pans out. This can be especially true in the arena of adoption. It i...
3
Feb

Adoption and the Empty Nester

For the most part, friends and family have been extremely supportive of our adoption of a special boy from Ukraine. However, a few times, someone Read More

29
Jan

The Legal Complexities of Adopting and Hosting Children from Haiti

So many hearts and homes have been opened to help the children of Haiti, following the devastating earthquakes. The MLJ Adoptions, Inc. team has volunteered several hours and days, researching reports, confirming...

18
Jan

How Can We Care for the Orphans of Haiti?

I can still imagine the stifling heat, singed with tropical breezes and the beautiful, friendly smiles; images of the resilient island of Haiti. I think back to people I knew; productive, innovative and appreciat...

11
Jan

Helpful Hints From Our Ukrainian Journey

Our journey to Ukraine was absolutely amazing! Our journey began October 17, 2009 and ended on November 24, 2009. Even though we ran into some delays we had n...
17
Dec

Poem: A Child's Heart

I drew inspiration from the events of this week one evening. I was lying in my room and thinking about what all we had experienced when the words...

15
Dec

Etched on My Heart Forever: Part 2

15
Dec

Etched on My Heart Forever: Part 1



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7
Dec

What Happens When We Don't Look Alike?

Today's guest blogger Tara Michener is very involved in promoting diversity and inclusion through education, public speaking, writing, and advocacy. Sh...
29
Oct

Celebrating National Adoption Awareness Month in November

Each year, November is recognized as National Adoption Awareness Month. It is a time when state government, communities, businesses and organizations celebrate adoption as a positive proactive way to build a fami...

18
Oct

Answers About the Adoption Tax Credit – Part 4

For several weeks, we have been sharing a series of posts about the Adoption Tax Credit, written by Rob Pederson. Rob is a CPA with 11 years of experience - 4 in public accounting as an auditor and tax prepa...

5
Oct

Answers About the Adoption Tax Credit – Part 3

For several weeks, we have and will be sharing a series of posts about the Adoption Tax Credit, written by Rob Pederson. Rob is a CPA with 11 years of experience - 4 in public accounting as an auditor and t...
2
Sep

Answers About the Adoption Tax Credit – Part 2

In the next few weeks, we will be sharing a series of posts about the Adoption Tax Credit, written by Rob Pederson. Rob is a CPA with 11 years of experience - 4 in public accounting as an auditor and tax pr...
23
Aug

Answers About the Adoption Tax Credit – Part 1

In the next few weeks, we will be sharing a series of posts about the Adoption Tax Credit, written by Rob Pederson. Rob is a CPA with 11 years of experience - 4 in public accounting as an auditor and tax pr...
22
Jul

Choosing Adoption Without Support: MTV's 16 and Pregnant

In a recent episode of “16 and Pregnant”, a MTV show documenting the lives of pregnant teens, Catelynn made the decision to pla...
6
Jul

"Each Child Is Worth The Fight"

My name is Bobbie Brooks and I never really planned to be a mother. I was on a career path in tv news, but when I took over as producer of Eyewitness News at Noon on Channel 13, ...

27
May

The Strength Adoption Attorneys Add to Our Agency

While there are many agencies who brand themselves as full service adoption agencies, most of them lack the legal expertise that an attorney can offer. Read More

7
May

Celebrating Birthmothers this Mother's Day Weekend – Part 2


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