[SadieAnn]

I would say the "only way you'll never adopt a baby is if you give up".

Our first placement failed hard. We had a newborn baby in our arms for 5 wks and then birthparents changed their minds. It pretty much killed us at the time. Going on was tough, but we did.

I just kept telling my husband, "the only way we'll never be parents is if we give up, so that can't be an option". We surged forward, and 3 mos later had our son.

Many won't have a bump like that in their journey but there will be bumps. And as much as we are generally desperate to be parents, even a small hole feels scary. But just try to prepare yourself that their will be hiccups along the way. There generally are. Then relish the wonderful moments when they come. You are building great memories!

Good Luck! Lori