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It Wasn’t Always a “Hallmark” Holiday
Mother’s day, which only recently has been turned into a “Hallmark” holiday celebrating the person one calls “mom”, historically was a symbolic and spiritual time when societies celebrated the Goddess and other symbolic manifestations of motherhood. The literal translation of celebrating your “mom” is a relatively new phenomenon. Mothers and the qualities of being a mother can come from manyVision and Determination
Recently, I attended two events that demonstrated what can happen when someone has a vision and the determination to make it reality.In recognition of its 40th year of creating families for children, the National Adoption Center inducted Carolyn Johnson into its newly created Adoption Hall of Fame. Carolyn, working from a wooden recipe box on her kitchen table, believed that no child wasKhalil Wimes
There has been a great deal of talk lately here in Philadelphia about the story of little Khalil Wimes. Khalil was found dead from head trauma March 19 when his birth parents brought him to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. His corpse weighed only 29 pounds and bore scars across his face and the rest of his body. Authorities believe Khalil suffered beatings at the hands of his parents for asPhotos
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Maternity leave assistance
Started by Sarah Clapp Apr 27. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I have been through the homestudy, and approved. Now I am trying to get my ducks in a row for when we finally are matched with birthparents. Does anyone know how maternity works as an adoptive parent? I work for a non-profit, and they utilize the…Continue
Finding an agency for single parent adoption
Started by Kelly Beale. Last reply by Hilma Munson Apr 25. 12 Replies 0 Likes
I am at the beginning of my adoption journey, and am trying to find an agency that is not only willing to accept a single parent, but actually supports it. After much thought, consideration, and time in the foster care field, I have decided I would…Continue
Disable need to adopt some one
Started by Moe Elhelw Mar 30. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Iam disable and I need to adopt some one to take care of me and nerse me can you give me some info how to start
Advice needed
Started by Ali. Last reply by Brittany Williams Mar 13. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hello. I am so eager to adopt a baby via domestic adoption. So many agencies and so many different contracts and fees. Some are semi open and some are fully open. Where do you start? How to choose? Some refundable fees and some not. Any advice will…Continue
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LGBT Panel Discussion this Saturday!
Sapphire Fund, Delaware Valley Legacy Fund, National Adoption Center/Adoption Center of Delaware Valley
Cordially invite you to join us…
at William Way Community Center Ballroom
1315 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Same Sex Couple Adoption Panel Discussion consisting of:
• Members of the LGBTQ community who have adopted.
•… Continue
Created by Alex May 4, 2010 at 4:03pm. Last updated by Alex May 4, 2010.
SWAN PA Teen Match Party!
The National Adoption Center is still accepting registrations from home-studied families who want an opportunity to meet some terrific teens waiting for a family. Contact Julie Marks at pateen AT adopt.org or 215 735-9988 ext. 367 or click here for more information to register and learn more about this unique event on April 10 in Lancaster, PA!
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