‘Together We Rise’ To Help Foster Kids
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Patricia Dischler placed her son, Joe, for adoption nearly 30 years ago and, as we…
Read MoreIf You Can’t Be Perfect, Be Interested – Talking Adoption with Kathy Ledesma of AdoptUSKids
When I asked Kathy Ledesma, the National Project Director of AdoptUSKids, to share a story…
Read MoreSeton O’Connor of The Dan Patrick Show – The Dude, The Dad, The Danette
“Not again!” I’m both anxious and livid as I stare at my silent phone. I’m…
Read MoreThree Ways I Avoided Being Initially Overwhelmed By The Prospect Of Adopting
When spreading the awareness of National Adoption Month during November, I try to stay away…
Read MoreDuring National Adoption Month, Just Ask
October’s color was hot pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness. Hot pink was everywhere…
Read MoreParents Can Fit Into Mike Lewis’ Community of Dreamers
Mike Lewis called me from a train in San Francisco on Thursday as I sat…
Read MoreTrick-Or-Treating: The Perfect Time To Judge Your Neighbors
Lagging behind my kids as they weave through the neighborhood on Halloween can be monotonous.…
Read MoreThe Vegas Rule And My New Daddy Survival Guide
The “Vegas Rule” seems to be upheld for dad-to-dad sharing of experiences leading up to,…
Read MoreNo Big 1st Birthday Party and 3 Other Ways Less is More With Kid #5
My parenting style has become increasingly watered down with each of my five kids. There…
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