by Emma Vex | Jan 28, 2016 | Adoptions, Domestic Adoptions, International Adoptions
Imagine for a moment that you are a young child. You are completely dependent on those around you to care for you and to ensure that you are being fed. But what if they don’t meet your needs? What if you don’t know where your next meal is coming from or if there will...
by Emma Vex | Jan 7, 2016 | Adoptions, Domestic Adoptions, International Adoptions
They say that all good things must come to an end, and for most of us, Christmas break has ended, and school is back in session. Even though the winter break is only a couple of weeks long, it can still be hard to get your family back into “the swing of things”. If...
by Emma Vex | Dec 10, 2015 | Adoptions, International Adoptions
When we talk about someone’s heritage, we are referring to anything that can be passed down from one generation to the next. Physical possessions, genetic traits, historical landmarks, special ways of preparing food, customs, and beliefs can all be part of someone’s...
by Emma Vex | Nov 24, 2015 | Adoptions, Domestic Adoptions, International Adoptions
It’s supposed to be “warm and fuzzy time,” and during the holidays most families anticipate spending time with relatives. Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers give us a chance to build connections with people we love who live far away. For the adoptive parent...
by Emma Vex | Nov 13, 2015 | Adoptions, Domestic Adoptions, International Adoptions
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, many of us will be reconnecting with family members and many of us will listen as grandma and grandpa talk about “the good old days”. All the stories that get passed around this time of year give us a great opportunity to...