Normally, birthdays are a hit and miss, since every year that goes by has normally just reminded me of what I'm missing. But this year it's different. I'm lighter, more excited and really anticipating what this will bring.
The day of my birth was a major one in the tiny town of LaGrange, Georgia. I was the first baby to ever get to stay in the room with the parents- it was a pretty big deal and the local newspaper even wrote an article (complete with my first public photo) about the notion of babies staying with the mother. In thinking about being a parent, I think about my parents. What did they feel when they saw me for the first time? In those first few days of bonding, were they just overwhelmed with joy and happiness? Did they know even then how much that relationship would define all of us for the rest of our lives?
My mom has been a source of education, knowledge and the best prayer warrior I know and she and my dad have written a sweet letter to all of you that I wanted to share along with an exciting piece of news:
In honor of the big day, any donations towards our adoption journey on October 15th will be matched by my parents. I am so grateful for them and for all of you. Please see the below, share this story through your social feeds and if you can, give on October 15th.
You can do so here:
www.youcaring.com/carradoptionfund
From my mom:
Whoever would have known that in 1989, God began to
prepare my heart for adoption of a grand baby! I had the opportunity to work for a Christian adoption
agency in Macon, Ga. I was responsible for conducting Home assessments for
couples adopting in Romania from orphanages. As the agency grew, I was the Adoption Caseworker for
domestic adoptions .
My life was impacted by so many couples that desired to
parent ...and birth parents in crisis that chose an adoption plan for their
child. What an awesome job and privilege to see God match the
right baby in the best forever family ! Many of these babies have graduated
from high school now and have thrived in their family. Some adoptive couples met their baby in the hospital the
day they were born and others were introduced on "placement day" in
our office . Regardless of the circumstances, it was a day of tears and
thanksgiving!
In 2005 after our relocation to Atlanta , I began working
for the State in the Foster Care and Adoption unit . A different experience
witnessing children being removed from homes due to neglect or abuse . We
worked hard to reunite these families through many services and court plans but
there were some that adoption was best for the child . What a celebration to
have a child with their forever family!
Through this job, God continued to teach me about His
love for children and birth parents that are unable to parent.
My retirement from social work was rewarded with the
opportunity to be a "nanny" for 2 children that God blessed through
adoption . I was actually at the hospital when the oldest went home with his
forever family! Lots of tears of joy!
And now I am a Nana to two precious grandsons! God is
faithful and we want you to know we are committed to Katy and Adam's adoption
journey! We will love this child and always have respect and grateful heart
for sacrificial birthparents who have made an adoption plan.
We've been so humbled by the prayers, donations and support of our family and friends ! And
just wanted you to know we are committed to this journey as well!
In closing, when
Katy was only 12 years old and lived in Macon ,Ga. she was introduced to the
ministry of Adoption!
God brought Adam into our family to love and NOW we
anticipate a grandchild through adoption.
Happy Birthday Katy!!! Love you and Adam! And Committed
to be Forever Nana & Granddaddy!
PS
We are matching your support in honor of our bday girl
and her precious husband!
Thanks Mom and Dad! We love you!
Nana and Granddaddy
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