I'm Going to Brag ...

[Viki]

you all are so super!

If the dementia doesn't strip me of my intent, we should have photos tonight!!!

 

[ChrizJen]

Viki, you've brought tears to my eyes!!
I am literally sitting here crying reading the story of your daughter!!

You see, your story is just what I needed right now! I've mentioned here before that my partner Jen and I are adopting through the state here in Missouri. We've inquired about several sibling groups, and we're just waiting on staffings now. But it's very very likely that we will be placed with a child or children who are very much like your DD was 18 years ago. I try not to say it out loud, but I'm scared to death. I'm so frightened that I won't be the kind of mom who can make that kind of difference in a child's life.
Jen and I have inquired about every child we've seen or been sent profiles for, and we've decided that all we can really do now is to let God decide. We know that we'll be placed with the children we're supposed to have. There is a VERY real and spiritual reason we have traveled down the path that we have, and we are EXACTLY where we're supposed to be. But that doesn't stop me from worrying day and night about whether I'm up for this challenge. All of the children we have inquired about have very special needs (severe emotional/behavioral problems, developmental delays, physical disabilities, etc.). It's one thing to be thrown into it by giving birth to a special needs child, but it's something entirely different when you make the CHOICE to take in such a child. (and you wouldn't believe the comments we've received from several family members about why we would ever choose to parent a less than perfect child... )

Anyway, just let me say that your daughter's story is SO very inspirational to me, and at JUST the right time! Thank you, and I cannot wait to see her prom pics! Hooray for your DD and for you!

-Christal

 

[swtnikki]

Congrats! That's great news!

 

[Viki]

Viki, you've brought tears to my eyes!!
I am literally sitting here crying reading the story of your daughter!!

You see, your story is just what I needed right now! I've mentioned here before that my partner Jen and I are adopting through the state here in Missouri. We've inquired about several sibling groups, and we're just waiting on staffings now. But it's very very likely that we will be placed with a child or children who are very much like your DD was 18 years ago. I try not to say it out loud, but I'm scared to death. I'm so frightened that I won't be the kind of mom who can make that kind of difference in a child's life.
Jen and I have inquired about every child we've seen or been sent profiles for, and we've decided that all we can really do now is to let God decide. We know that we'll be placed with the children we're supposed to have. There is a VERY real and spiritual reason we have traveled down the path that we have, and we are EXACTLY where we're supposed to be. But that doesn't stop me from worrying day and night about whether I'm up for this challenge. All of the children we have inquired about have very special needs (severe emotional/behavioral problems, developmental delays, physical disabilities, etc.). It's one thing to be thrown into it by giving birth to a special needs child, but it's something entirely different when you make the CHOICE to take in such a child. (and you wouldn't believe the comments we've received from several family members about why we would ever choose to parent a less than perfect child... )

Anyway, just let me say that your daughter's story is SO very inspirational to me, and at JUST the right time! Thank you, and I cannot wait to see her prom pics! Hooray for your DD and for you!

-Christal

Thank you Christal and let me just add that these two kids becoming our family is the best thing we ever did. Ever. It sure does sound to me as if you and your partner have a heart for the same. Please keep us updated!

 

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[disneynutt1225]

Beautiful pics, Vicki! Your DD is a beautiful young woman!

 

[xyzabc33]

What a gorgeous young lady you have there. Congrats to her for all her achievements and good luck to her for the future ones.
And a big congrats to you both on raising such a lovely and accomplished girl.
She looks like she was having a great time in the pics.

 

[OrlandoMike]

WOW What a beatuy! She's all grown up now! You should be so proud!

 

[easleygrls]

Awesome pics...thanks for posting them. Your DD is beautiful and I love that dress!

 

[ChrizJen]

Thank you Christal and let me just add that these two kids becoming our family is the best thing we ever did. Ever. It sure does sound to me as if you and your partner have a heart for the same. Please keep us updated!

I definitely will keep you posted!!! We're very very excited!!

Thank you for posting the pics!! What a beautiful young woman you have there!! She looked like a princess on prom night!
Congrats to her on all of her hard work and all of her accomplishments!

 

[PennyW]

Congrats Viki ... reading this really brought a smile to my face.

She is a lovely young lady, and is lucky to have such wonderful moms.

 

[lisajl]

mm...sounds like two moms CAN raise a child(and do it right)!

Congratulations!

Lisa

 

[Viki]

mm...sounds like two moms CAN raise a child(and do it right)!

Congratulations!

Lisa

Oh ... that's very nice of you to say, thank you!

 

[rosiep]

Congratualtions to all! It is a testament to your providing a loving, nuturing enviroment that your children are thriving. As a Mom of two wonderful daughters (one of whom is marching in the Pride Parade this Sunday), I know how exciting it is to watch them grow.

 

[tiggr33]

Viki,
Congratulations to your daughter, you and Gwen. I wish your daughter continued success in all her endeavors. You have every reason to brag.