Do You Wish You Had A Child Of Your Own?

October 31, 2009 12:33 PM

Posted By Debra Shiveley Welch

Christopher

Since its 1976 proclamation as National Adoption Month in Massachusetts, November has remained a part of our National tradition as a time to celebrate the gift of love. A little over seventeen years ago, such a gift was given to me when my seven-day-old son was placed in my arms.

As I gazed into the face of my baby, I could not have envisioned that a mere twelve hours later, I would fall completely, irrevocably in love. I could not have comprehended that this "Son of My Soul," would capture my heart completely and forever hold it captive. Imagine my surprise at the reaction of some of the people I came into contact with, and the main question I was asked: "Do you ever wish you had a child of your own?"

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Karlyn said...

That's lovely Debra. I know first hand the significance of adoption, but from the siblings perspective. My mother has three natural children (myself, my brother and my sister), but wanted more children and started fostering/adopting when I was around 11. We had many children come through our doors.. often with severe mental and/or physical issues unfortunately. I can't say that all experiences were good ones, but the exposure to this definitely opened my eyes to the need for loving homes and quality care. A few of the children who were adopted by my mother, though grown and hundreds of miles away, still remain close with her.

November 1, 2009 12:53 PM

Beverly said...

Debra, Just finished reading your article. Nicely written and it clearly exemplifies the passion your have for adoption. But more importantly, your article reflects the fact that you see your son as your very own and not yours because of a "legality."

October 31, 2009 2:55 PM