All My Children actress Jill Larson moved mountains as a single mother to adopt her daughter from China. George Fadok, a former Navy commander, grappled with “changing the rules” eighteen years after placing his daughter in a closed adoption. Angela Paxton, Texas state senator and an adoptee, never thought she would ever meet her birthmom, but when she did, it changed her life. Embarking on an adoption journey can be daunting, but now you are not alone! This collection of true, beautiful accounts, including Larson’s, Fadok’s, and Paxton’s, takes an honest look at the process, the struggles, and the undeniable joy that comes with adoption. With insights from all three adoption triad viewpoints, Adopting Hope shares a wealth of lessons learned and tips for every person contemplating an adoption journey. How to have the courage to adopt How to decide on an open vs. a closed adoption How to handle a foreign adoption How to survive the agonizing wait to become parents How to tell your adopted child “the story” How to make your adopted child feel loved How to negotiate a relationship with your child’s birth parents How to help your child work through feelings of loneliness or rejection How to dispel negative attitudes you will encounter about adoption And so much more, including suggestions from birthparents and adoptees! From Lorri Antosz Benson, author of To Have and Not to Hold, this heartfelt compilation is ultimately a message of hope, love, and destiny as each family discovers the truth that a child doesn't need to be blood to be truly yours.
The Adoption Dream: Turning Hope into Reality is a comprehensive guide that will help you navigate the complex world of adoption and turn your dream of becoming a parent into a reality. Whether you are considering domestic adoption, international adoption, or foster care adoption, this book provides valuable insights and practical advice to help you make informed decisions throughout the adoption process. In the first section, The Benefits of Adoption, you will discover the many advantages of adoption, including the opportunity to provide a loving home to a child in need and the joy of building a family through adoption. You will also learn about the different types of adoption, such as domestic adoption, international adoption, and foster care adoption, and gain a deeper understanding of each option. The Adoption Process section takes you through the step-by-step journey of adoption, from choosing an adoption agency to completing a home study and matching with a child. You will also learn about the legal procedures involved in adoption and how to prepare yourself emotionally and practically for the arrival of your adopted child. Life After Adoption explores the challenges and joys of parenting an adopted child. Topics covered include bonding and attachment, dealing with adoption trauma, supporting identity development, and accessing post-adoption services. This section also addresses common myths and misconceptions about adoption and provides valuable information on adoption costs and financial assistance. The book also delves into the impact of adoption on birth parents, the extended family, and society as a whole. It addresses frequently asked questions and provides a platform for readers to ask their own questions and share their comments. The Adoption Dream: Turning Hope into Reality is a must-read for anyone considering adoption or already on their adoption journey. It offers practical guidance, emotional support, and valuable resources to help you navigate the complexities of adoption and create a loving and nurturing environment for your adopted child. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn how to be a super mom! As a bonus, when you purchase The Adoption Dream: Turning Hope into Reality, you will receive a free copy of How To Be A Super Mom, a guide filled with tips and strategies to help you excel in your role as a mother. Get your copy today and start turning your adoption dream into a beautiful reality. This title is a short read. A Short Read is a type of book that is designed to be read in one quick sitting. These no fluff books are perfect for people who want an overview about a subject in a short period of time. Table of Contents The Adoption Dream: Turning Hope into Reality The Benefits of Adoption Types of Adoption Domestic Adoption International Adoption Foster Care Adoption The Adoption Process Choosing an Adoption Agency Home Study Matching with a Child Legal Procedures Preparing for Adoption Creating a Supportive Environment Addressing Emotional Challenges Preparing Siblings for Adoption Life After Adoption Bonding and Attachment Dealing with Adoption Trauma Supporting Identity Development Accessing Post-Adoption Services Adoption Myths and Misconceptions Adoption Costs and Financial Assistance Adoption and Birth Parents Adoption and the Extended Family Adoption and Society Frequently Asked Questions Have Questions / Comments?
Adoption: A Beacon of Hope for Children in Need is a compelling and informative short read book that sheds light on the importance of adoption and its impact on the lives of children in need. This book serves as a beacon of hope for those considering adoption, providing valuable insights into the adoption process, eligibility requirements, emotional preparation, and post-adoption challenges. The book begins with an exploration of the importance of adoption, emphasizing how it can provide a loving and stable home for children who have experienced neglect or abandonment. It delves into the various reasons why adoption is crucial for children in need, highlighting the positive impact it can have on their overall well-being and future prospects. Next, the book delves into the adoption process, offering a step-by-step guide to help prospective adoptive parents navigate through the legal and bureaucratic procedures. It covers the different types of adoption, including domestic, international, and foster care adoption, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of each option. Eligibility and Requirements is another crucial topic covered in this book. It outlines the necessary qualifications and criteria that individuals or couples must meet in order to be eligible for adoption. This section aims to clarify any doubts or misconceptions surrounding the adoption process, ensuring that readers are well-informed and prepared. Emotional Preparation for Adoption is a significant aspect that cannot be overlooked. This section offers guidance on how to emotionally prepare oneself for the adoption journey, addressing common concerns and fears that prospective adoptive parents may have. It provides practical tips and strategies to help individuals or couples navigate the emotional rollercoaster that often accompanies the adoption process. Support Networks for Adoptive Families is another essential topic covered in this book. It highlights the importance of building a strong support system and connecting with other adoptive families. It provides valuable resources and information on support groups, counseling services, and online communities that can offer guidance and encouragement throughout the adoption journey. Post-Adoption Challenges and Resources is a comprehensive section that addresses the challenges that adoptive families may face after the adoption is finalized. It offers practical advice and resources to help families navigate through potential difficulties and provides information on available support services. The book also explores the impact of adoption on children, discussing the emotional, psychological, and developmental effects that adoption can have on a child's life. It aims to dispel common myths and misconceptions surrounding adoption and provides readers with a deeper understanding of the unique challenges and joys that come with adopting a child. Frequently Asked Questions is a valuable section that addresses common This title is a short read. A Short Read is a type of book that is designed to be read in one quick sitting. These no fluff books are perfect for people who want an overview about a subject in a short period of time. Table of Contents Adoption: A Beacon of Hope for Children in Need The Importance of Adoption The Adoption Process Types of Adoption Eligibility and Requirements Emotional Preparation for Adoption Support Networks for Adoptive Families Post-Adoption Challenges and Resources Impact of Adoption on Children Frequently Asked Questions Have Questions / Comments?
Despite the familiarity of hope in human experience, it is a phenomenon infrequently considered from a philosophical point of view. This book charts the centrality of hope in thought and action from first, second and third person perspectives. From everyday situations to extreme circumstances of trial and endings in life, the contours of hope are given a phenomenological description and subjected to conceptual analysis. This consistently secular account of hope sheds a different light on questions of agency and meaning.
We use the word “adoption” very casually today—we speak of adopting pets, books, and highways. Yet the word has a far nobler significance. Adoption is the permanent placement of a child in a family with all its rights and privileges. God has forever placed us in his family. He has forever made us his children. He has forever changed our legal status. A Hope Deferred probes the depths of this wonderful reality and intertwines these blessings with an account of one family’s journey to international adoption. The result is a valuable glimpse into the essential relationship between adoption, affliction, and the fatherhood of God over his people.
Without avoiding the grim statistics, this book reveals the real hope that hurting children can be healed through adoptive and foster parents, social workers, and others who care. Includes information on foreign adoptions.
Now more than ever, we need messages of hope. My book delivers weekly messages of hope for peace and justice for all through love letters preached to a racially, economically, and culturally diverse congregation during the COVID-19 pandemic and at the height of the Black Lives Matter movement. This book is unique because it offers messages of hope in the wake of an ongoing viral pandemic and heartbreaking global unrest. Yet, even in times of despair, this book calls upon all people of faith to remain hopeful that peace and justice will be possible for everyone, everywhere. In a world filled with hopelessness, consider reading my book to fill your heart and mind with messages of hope.
Hope is an aspect of human existence that appears increasingly significant in our modern world. However, what hope is, how it works, and why it is important continue to be debated, with different approaches to hope evident within different fields. This anthology of hope is unique in that it features contributions from many seminal writers and researchers across a wide range of disciplines, and thus offers multiple perspectives on this important and complex phenomenon. Hope is viewed through the lenses of theology, philosophy, politics, psychology, nursing, and medicine, with authors covering the histories and possible futures of hope and hope research. Encompassing the theoretical and the practical, the societal and the personal, this book will be a valuable resource to those commencing or conducting research into hope, and an enjoyable and insightful read for those wishing to know more about the state of hope today.
The papers collected here apply the insights of the philosophy of peace to contemporary issues and the larger problem of what it means to have hope and to work for peace in dark times. The authors included in this volume respond to contemporary challenges posed by the Trump Era and the COVID-19 crisis. This represents a novel application and exploration of concepts and ideas found in the philosophy of peace and nonviolence. The authors elucidate the philosophy of peace and general approaches to building peace while applying these ideas to current crises.
