[adoptguatemalablog]

I'm adding a corner to the Guatemala Adoption Blog called Adoption Stories. I was wondering two things. First of all, is reading the stories of other adoptive parents something you guys would consider worthwile? Also, would you be willing to share your story at some point. Some stories will be much more in detail than others. I thought it would give encouragement to those in the process, great reflection to those who have completed, insight to those considering, and understanding to those skeptical or questioning.

Let me know! and thanks for your readership...

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[mildredjohn]

I think is a great idea! the tv stories really encourage me to go ahead with the process! so our stories could help others too.


many blessings,

[beachdreams]

To answer your questions; yes and yes.

Which brings me to my question, I know we are not allowed to name agencies on the forum. How would we handle that situation? Since the agency can play a major role in the adoption process and your emotions? Would we just call the agency "x" or what?

By my signature you can correctly assume I dislike my agency greatly. That being said, they have not scared me from adopting again (made me want to wait and rest a bit first). They also, contrary to their opinion, did not color my opinion of adopting Bailey so that I am miserable over her adoption. I am thrilled beyond belief that finally have her home and am over the moon with love for her.

The process itself was not a negative experience either. My agency, was my only negative experience. So would I tell the whole story without naming them (unless someone Pm'd me of course) or would I take out the negative points (i.e. lies, serious mistakes)?

I think this would be a great tool for people to learn the ups and downs of the adoption process. Far too many people see the quick snapshot of happiness that is portrayed on "Adoption Stories" and through the Media. I love to watch AS don't get me wrong, but when watching without experience or more information, one can easily misconstrue the whole process and assume it is extremely fast and efficient and that any agency can do it properly when it fact, it is an emotional roller coaster that can have many twists and turns.

[adoptguatemalablog]

I think as far as the article would be concerned, I would simply be generic as far as the agency is concerned. If the family being written about wants people to be able to contact them re: a portion of their story (such as "Hey what agency did you use!?!?!) then at the end of the article I could add something like:

Should you wish to contact the xxxxx family with questions you can email them at email@somemail.com or leave your questions in the comment section below.

Then that would give you the opportunity to interact with those reading. For families that wish not to be identified but want to share their story, then no identifying information will be given at all. I think it is important to share the large picture of adoption. There are many aspects that are hard and frustrating but it doesn't even compare to the joy of holding your child.

Also through showing some of the difficulties and victories endured throughout the adoption process, I want to help dispell the myth that adoptive parents are in this for themselves. While I'm sure a few are, just the journeys I witness here in this forum are a testimony to the love and devotion you guys have for your children just as I do for my baby girl.