Comments on: Guatemala Part 3: Family

By: Jessica

Jessica — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 18:20:05 +0000

Kathy: Isn’t it true–the circle just gets wider. Every family is unique and comes to things in its own way–when the time/circumstance is right, you’ll find a connection. So far, this arrangement has been positive for our children. Thanks so much for reading and commenting.

By: Jessica

Jessica — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 15:54:39 +0000

your relationship with birth family continues to inspire me and all who know you,

By: lauralynne

lauralynne — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 00:43:12 +0000

love this! and as you know, i’m a huge advocate of openness in adoption. it’s just so inhumane the other way. adoption is family and family is love and there is enough for everyone! good for you!!

By: Kathryn

Kathryn — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 17:00:18 +0000

This is so beautiful. I too feel the same way about my children’s birth families..like they are extended family to ours. I have a love in my heart for them but we haven’t been able to connect on the level that you have wh/ is so special. I hope to one day. Your stories give me encouragement for our future. What a wonderful gift you are giving your children. Thanks for sharing. Kathy

By: Jessica

Jessica — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:14:34 +0000

Marcia: YES! And I wish you buen viaje when you come in a few weeks. The weather is gorgeous and no crowds. Although sounds like you’ll be here for Semana Santa? Lucky! Enjoy!

Thank you, Lynn. Remembering our wonderful time together by Lake Atitlan. Am sending besitos from you!

Marianne: Miss you, too! Looking forward to reconnecting with the Writing Mamas when we return. Thanks for reading and follow our adventures.

Dilyara: You would love Guatemala. A beautiful place. Every family is different, but for us, open adoption works. (Not always possible, of course, either. From many countries, and in many situations.) From my observation, the need to know who you are is deep and profound. Funny about your mom’s visits–you understand the cross-cultural element very well!

By: Dilyara

Dilyara — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 20:23:25 +0000

OMG! So beautiful, so touching. Now I so want to visit Guatemala. Thank for journaling your travels.

I used to think parents who opt for an open adoption are brave ones. Now I think that it’s the only way as well. I see the desire to know where one is from, what was there in the beginning, why on earth someone would give you away… Although I can imagine how not easy and maybe outright awkward those visits might be (hello even my mother’s visits from MY country are often awkward I think in the long haul it is one of the best gifts you are giving to your children.

By: Marianne Lonsdale

Marianne Lonsdale — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 18:49:11 +0000

I am so enjoying hearing about your trip and the pictures are an added bonus. Miss you.

By: Lynn

Lynn — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 16:34:45 +0000

If you would, tell the lake that I’m coming back someday! I will be forever grateful to be tagging along with you and Olivia through your stories. Love to you, your famly, and Olivia’s family.

By: Marcia

Marcia — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 16:28:47 +0000

I read this with a huge smile on my face!! Family is what it’s all about. As I’ve always told people who asked why we have such open adoptions, you can never have too many people who love you!!
Enjoy the rest of your trip! Can’t wait to be there myself in 11 weeks!
Marcia