Dear Foster and Adoptive Mamas, As we stand on the threshold of a new year, it’s a profound moment to reflect not only on the challenges we’ve overcome but also on the intentional choices we’re making for our future selves. The daily labor of love, the vulnerability of attachment, and the unique journey of foster […]

  Foster care is the Both/And. Always. In a world where we often look for clear-cut answers and tidy solutions, foster care stands as a testament to the messy, complex, and profoundly human nature of our lives. It’s a journey that defies easy categorization, and it demands that we hold contradictory truths in our hearts. […]

The journey of fostering children brings with it a myriad of emotions – from moments of deep joy and fulfillment to instances of uncertainty and doubt. It’s important to remember that every emotion you experience is a valid expression of your journey, and navigating these feelings with compassion is essential for your well-being. Emotions: A […]

During those tough times on your foster or adoptive journey, turning to the comforting and empowering words of Scripture can provide strength, encouragement, and renewed hope. In this blog post, we’ll explore 10 Scripture verses specifically chosen to uplift foster and adoptive moms on hard days. May these verses remind you of God’s presence, love, […]

On July 11th of last year, my husband and I embarked on a trip to California to celebrate our 40th birthdays. It was a long-awaited vacation that we had meticulously planned for years. We had taken care of all the necessary foster care arrangements, informing our caseworker and support worker well in advance and receiving […]

    I found this pertinent quote by Elizabeth Edwards after frantically googling “adjust your sails” quote.  I wanted to be sure I got it just right, because a quarantine of unknown length is no time to mince words of encouragement. If you’ve been keeping up with me on social media lately, you know I’ve […]

  Today was supposed to be different, my son.  For weeks, we had been planning today.  We would wake up, surrounded by friends and family from out of state and celebrate.  We were supposed to be jumping up and down with excitement, saying things like “today’s the day!” as we drank our morning coffee.  We […]

  You don’t have to like being uncomfortable.  You don’t have to enjoy it when things don’t go your way, when people don’t meet your expectations, or when life throws you a major curve ball. You don’t have to do anything, really. But if you don’t start getting comfortable with your discomfort, I can promise […]

I remember countless conversations with family members and friends over the years, contemplating whether or not we should move from Fairfield County, Connecticut (read: super expensive suburbs of New York City) back to Ohio, where we grew up (read: much more affordable and near family).  My husband and I felt that in order to give […]

I posed this question on my Instagram stories:  “What would you like next week’s blog post to be about?” She wrote one word:  resilience.   Not really sure what she meant specifically, or what to write about, I went to bed.  I’ll wake up early tomorrow and figure it out, I thought.  I do my best […]