[Laura06]

Hi Lauren. Just thought I might give you some support. I am a 41 yr old female adoptee myself. I have always had a hard time relating. I was raised by 2 wonderful and supportive adoptive parents who couldn't have children of their own. Wow what a huge sacrifice and choice they made when they chose to adopt 3 children. None of us are birth siblings. I think I had the hardest time relating because I looked like noone aroung me. I was blonde with hazel eyes, and my siblings were dark headed with dark eyes. Everyone, all my life who didn't know I was adopted would always say I looked my dad. He was the closest match out of all my family. Needless to say I gravitated to him like glue and grew up being "daddys little girl". I started my search for my birthmother when I became of age. We still have had no reunion, but some (very little) contact. I know I have 2 birth sisters. How exciting at the thought of finally meeting someone who I look like. The excitement came to a bitter end when once again I was rejected by my bmother. I have sat on that for about 8 years now and I have finally succomed to once again opening up the folder to start another chapter, and another possible rejection. Just always have faith Lauren. That will keep you going when things get tough, and Hope and dream alot along the way. Don't get lost!

Have a wonderful day and smile for YOU!
Laura