[Larue]

We now know where our missing 14-year old minor birth mother is. However the situation is "dangerous" for anyone who shows up looking for her. My agency is exploring options, but it looks like our case will most likely go into abandonment. And we will not bring Sabrina home for quite some time - quite possibly never.

We're in our 40s, and this is our first child. I had multiple miscarriages in my 20s and 30s. Long story - but bio children aren't an option for us. Our agency discussed "another referral" today. But we can not let go. Sabrina is in our hearts!

Even if it comes to the point where we will not be able to parent her, we will do whatever it takes to keep her with her wonderful foster mother, and hopefully play some kind of supporting role in her life.

I may need to accept the fact that I am just not meant to be a mother. But it is so hard to let go of a dream that I have had for over 20 years. Ironically we received another update with pictures today. Our sweet Sabrina, whom we love so much, just gets more beautiful every day!

Please pray for me. I have never been in a darker place

[heathcliff]

I can only imagine how your heart is breaking, I am sorry you are going through this and I pray that Sabrina will be well taken of and you will find healing.

Cindy

[fochtru]

Oh, I'm so sorry. I don't know much about abandonment. Why can't you still adopt her if it goes that way? I will say some prayers for you.

[jalavimi]

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I cannot imagine your pain. I am giving you a mental hug right now and only wish you peace. Sabrina is a beautiful child! And she does have a wonderful mother - You!

[nathansvolunteers]

Laura,
I am so, so very sorry. I don't even know what else to say. May God keep you, your family and Sabrina in His loving hands.

Big hugs,
Cindy

[NJRach]

Oh Laura, I hardly know what to say. I am so sorry to hear the news. The sweet little photos of Sabrina brought tears to my eyes. I can only imagine what you must be feeling right now.

I hope there is some resolution to all this. Whatever happens, please don't tell yourself that you weren't meant to be a parent. It was hard to read that. Keep your faith.

Rachael

[Niclayson]

Many, many, many hugs. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and that I am so very sorry you are having such a tough road to parenthood. Take it ONE day at a time and give yourself time to make decisions. What ever you decide, will be the right choice.

[Quesita]

Oh. This is so unbearable. But it sounds like your agency is working hard. Learn all that you can about abandonment, and perhaps it is an option that you want to pursue. I understand that it will take much longer. I also appreciate the fact this child will always be a part of your life, even in the very worst case scenario that you do not have the opportunity to adopt her. I am so happy that you are happy with her foster situation.

Let me throw something out. This might be really inappropriate, and I am sure you cannot even think about it now, but I just want to say it. What about considering another referral. And also continuing to work towards bringing Sabrina home. Would you consider the possibility of two children?

I am not willing to accept the idea that you are not meant to be a mother. I know that you and I are the same age. Please don't let go of the dream.

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

[auntiepippi]

I am so sad that this is happening. I am praying that Sabrina will eventually come home with you. I totally understand how you cannot let her go, as she has become part of your life. Is it possible for you to pursue another referral while at the same time keeping hers -- with hopes that you may have two children some day? This may not be possible for you and I hope I am not being offensive in any way. That is certainly not my intention. I just want you to become a mother somehow, since it has been your dream for a long time. You remain in my prayers...

[Mindybeth6]

I don't even know what to say other then I will be praying for you and the entire situation. I just feel horrible and teared up reading your post. I do know one thing..and that is you ARE meant to be a mother. I don't know what child God has planned for you but I just know that one day, somehow, you will be a mother to a beautiful baby. You will.
My prayers are with you tonight and always!

[DD Amasa]

I'm so sorry. I don't know what else to say. But I hope she does come home to you even if you must go through this abandonment.

[cheychey]

I'm so sorry this is happening to you, your family, and your beautiful child. I hope things work out and you are able to bring her home.

[cmfayz]

I am so sorry. My thoughts will be with you. I hope this works out. You were meant to be a parent!

[leahkkc]

I am terribly sorry about your news. Please do not give up hope on becoming a mother if that is truly your heart's desire. I will pray for you to receive guidance and support as you consider your options.

[nykrissy]

Laura...Like all the others have said...I don't know what to say and I really hope and pray that this whole thing is resolved and your beautiful little girl makes it home to you!!! Your story does make me very sad and I also have tears in my eyes because it is so heartbreaking. I can't even begin to imagine your pain. I really hope you find the strength to make it through this and at the end you find yourself the mother to your precious Sabrina! We are all here for you for whatever you need!!!