[mamacrina]

Dawn, I sent your article to dd's bmom. Here is what she said in reply:

The story you emailed me was so touching. I can't help but wonder why you would feel guilt for having J in your life. I know she is what you and P have wanted for so long. She's a dream come true for all of us and I'm so proud to say that you and P are her parents, adoptive or not. This is what I wanted and what I still want. She's got the best life of anyone I know and I wouldn't have had it any other way. I know that those feelings won't just automatically disappear because I tell you it's ok, but please know that from the very bottom of my heart I believe that you and P are the best thing that could have ever happened to me or to J!

<tears>

I just want you to know I so appreciate you writing this...and helping me to bring up this topic to dd's bmom. Otherwise, I'm not sure I could've gathered the courage to do so. I know she doesn't quite understand, but at least she's aware of it, and that is important to me.

So, again...thank you.