[Tenorchick]

I wanted to reply to you each individually, but I ran out of time, so I am combining all of my initial replies to each of you in this one long post! Next time, I will try to be better about getting back to you in a timely fashion! :-)

Momofbs--I'm glad that I was able to bring a smile to your day, and I am so happy to hear that your reunion has been successful also. I hope that when your A-Mom finally meets your birthparents they will all realize how lucky they are that they all have you in their lives. Best wishes to you in your journey!

Sspete--I pray that someday your reunion is as wonderful as mine has been. It's like my birthmother ("Momma Dawn" as I call her) once said to me..."I always knew that you would find your way back to me." I think that I was meant to find my way back, for I think that all of us were supposed to be together. And if it is meant to happen for you, I wish you all the happiness in the world.

Hval--are you a writer too??? I knew it was what I was born to be back when I was in 2nd grade and I wrote my first story. I actually plan to write my adoption and reunion story someday because there is so much more to share that I didn't even touch on in the post, but right now, I'm too busy just enjoying it! :-)

Allabouthorses--I know exactly how you feel! It's a bit overwhelming to suddenly be surrounded by so many people who love you so much in so many different ways. But it's also the greatest joy. I am thrilled to hear that you have the father that you always needed (funny how it happens that way...how we're always given just what we need) and that your family has grown so much. I pray that your days are filled with joy and wonder!

Creed_04679--I am sorry to hear that your son's a-parents have not been involved in your reunion, for it truly is a blessing. But perhaps they are just not ready, feeling confused or rejected. I know I worried a lot about my a-parents during my search and reunion, but I made sure that I told them over and over again that I could never and would never replace them, that I loved them and they would always be my parents. I can't even begin to imagine how scary it must have been for them, but I just made sure that they were involved in all aspects of the search and reunion. Perhaps one day you will find a way for all of you to come together, and if not, you can be happy that you all do have one thing in common, a wonderful son whom you all share. I wish you the best in all your endeavors!

Maureen Salamon--I am so sorry to hear about your A-mom's battle with Alzheimer's! I pray that she finds solace and comfort during this difficult time. Again, isn't it amazing how we find the people we need in our lives just when we need them the most. Once of my favorite quotes from the novel Fried Green Tomatoes... "God never closes one door without opening another." Thank you so much for your kind words. You hold onto such hope and optimism and I hope that you find all the happiness you deserve.