[cherilynn68]

Is she even curious about her origins? I am certain she is. I, too, always knew I was adopted. That my parents got to pick me. My parents were, and still are, supportive of any effort towards locating my birth mom and sisters.


What are the chances she wants to meet her birth family? Again, I'm sure she'd love to meet you and your family - her extended family


At 18, is she even old enough to deal with the emotional aspect of a reunion? This, I can't say. It depends on if she's one of the rare mature 18yr olds. I think I'd wait a few years (easy for me to say, eh?)


Is there ever a “right time” to make contact? I think so. It would be more disruptive, my opinion, now. Like the other girls said. the whirl of prom, graduation, saying good bye to friends and family while entering the world of college...


How do most adoptive parents feel about reunions? I can only speak for mine.... They would want to be with me to meet Dorothy. I would want them with me. They are open to it, should it ever happen.


I'm happy you know who she is and can observe her. You're a lucky mom!!