[tem0627]

I have been thinking about your post a lot for the last couple of days and had some other thoughts. The reason I suggested an adoption agency counselor is because you mentioned you considered adoption, not just because of your boyfriend (which I completely agree with the pp's that the love you deserve is a love that would not make that demand of you), but you also mentioned adoption because of your future and your desire to go to Med School.

I have not heard of adoption agency counselors that do not have degrees (not saying it isn't possible, I just haven't seen it); the Christian Adoption Agency we are most familiar with requires every counselor to have their Master's in Counseling! Just thought they may be a good place to go and work through your thoughts! They listen to you and give guidance so that you can make a decision based on you, not anybody else! If you want more info, personal message me and I will send you the generic phone number which will take you to an agency located near you!

Lastly, you said, "Why should I be so selfish as to say 'someone else take this burden from me so I can continue to live my life.' That's just not fair". You chose life for your child by not giving in to the pressure of abortion; which I personally believe to be a very selfish act. For that alone you should be commended. To the many couples hoping to adopt a child, a newborn baby is anything but a burden! They are a joy and a dream fulfilled! A gift! If you do ultimately choose an adoption plan, you are right, you will never forget your little boy. But, there are many couples that are willing to not only send you pictures and letters throughout the years, but who will also consider allowing you to see the child and have a relationship with him!

I am not trying to "push" you towards adoption, I am just trying to give you some things to consider so you see and think about both sides!

Erica