As of last Sunday, it has been eight years since the day we finalized Lindsey's adoption. In the courtroom on Lindsey's adoption day, 2009: Eight years. In many ways, that feels like a lifetime ago. I look at that picture and I can hardly remember who we were then. Some of you have been … [Read more...] about Adopting a teen: 8 years later
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Adoption: greatest hits collection
In honor of National Adoption Month, I'm resharing some of my previous posts on the topic. If you're a longtime reader, you already know this is an issue close to my heart. If you're new, or if you (like me) tend toward a little motherhood-induced amnesia occasionally, I'll tell our story in a … [Read more...] about Adoption: greatest hits collection
Lindsey’s sweet & simple beach wedding
So last week I gave you a little one-photo teaser, but now that our big kids and grands have all left town, I've got time to properly tell all about Lindsey's beach wedding. Consider yourself warned: photo-heavy post. NOT SORRY! ;) Yes, we photographed the wedding. I took the getting-ready … [Read more...] about Lindsey’s sweet & simple beach wedding