From Their Parents

You Are My Destiny

You came into our lives, what a wonderful thing. You give us so much joy and happiness, and we've done nothing but gain. Though you grew not in my womb, and I did not feel you kick, you did... [more]

It took our small town for the family you found to give you a life to call your own home ground. You came to me for a time and a season and only God knows the reason. God used his wisdom and... [more]

The Answer (to an adopted child)

Not flesh of my flesh, Nor bone of my bone, But still miraculously my own, And don't forget for a single minute, You didn't grow under my heart but in it.... [more]

If I Had My Child to Raise Again

If I had my child to raise all over again, I'd finger paint more, and point the finger less. I'd do less correcting, and more connecting. I'd take my eyes off my watch, and watch with my eye... [more]

Hayley

Your hair, that tickles my nose, is a different color than mine, and your chin, quivering when you cry, may look like someone else, and though you don't have my eyes, you capture me with a... [more]

For My Sweet Daughter, Abigail

A call came one day Tears of happiness rolled down my face You have a daughter I was told to fill the void in your soul My heart spread wings ready for flight To hold my daughter so full of ... [more]

First Day at the Sitter

This was a day we did not look forward to. This was something I really wish I didn't have to do. I changed her diaper, washed her hands and face. It was my job to take her on my way to the ... [more]

Dear Nathan

(A sonnet for my foster-to-adopt son) Dear Nathan, When the State asked what I would offer you, I did not mention my beautiful home, Show the interest your trust will accrue, Or name the f... [more]

By Candlelight

the candle flickers & casts a pale hue upon your tiny face i watch the steady rise & fall of your chest as you dream your baby dreams suddenly your eyes flutter once,twice & ope... [more]

Born from My Heart

Dedicated to Nyalaree Veasna Hansen by "Your Mother" A Miracle given to me from above, brought together through acts of love. A beautiful baby born from my heart, I loved you fro... [more]