[Langbecker]

Hi. I am wondering if there is anyone out there who has been in a situation similar to ours. The Birth mother came to us in July of 2003 and wanted us to adopt her baby. We have always wanted kids and this was an opportunity of a lifetime. Said Yes! 9/25, Alex was born. I cut the cord! Named him and came home with us. Has been with us since. Started the legal paperwork. Birth mother signed her parental rights away, and the 10 day period expired. Court date is 11/10/04. Ever since the day we brought Alex home, we have been in contact with the birth Mother. Unfortunately she is on drugs. Has been very irrational at times. Not thinking of the welfare of the baby. Throughout this past year, one day she is ok with it and the next day she is screaming at me. Has a bad day and takes it out on us. Threatening to change her mind. Lawyer assures us that it will work out, but it is very stressful. We never asked for any of this. They came to us. So, now for over a year have had a constant headache and really stressed out over everything. Don't want to lose Alex because we love him. Story goes much much deepert and I realize that this is just scratching the surface, but looking anyone who may have a similar situation. Thanks.
Elizabeth