This weekend reminded me of why our adoptee community is so important. For someone who never had access to other adoptees, I realize how profound these camps, retreats, and picnics impact our lives. It gives us a sense of family, support and understanding. For that brief moment, it shows us that we are not alone, that there are thousands of us out there, willing to accept and love us, because we can relate to each other, in a way no one else can in our lives. A part of our identity that will forever be defined, explained and judged by other people. That is why it is so important we have these opportunities to be brought together and educate ourselves and other non adoptees on our unique and special circumstances.
I am so lucky to be a part of this experience for other adoptees. I can only hope that this community will keep expanding, where every adoptee feels connected and NOT alone. I can only hope that the distance between us, will keep shrinking and we will feel like no matter where we are, we are always supported and understood. And if we need someone to talk to they are only a phone call or text or skype converstation away. Stay connected, keep building this amazing community, the strength and love you get from these fellow adoptees is priceless. A gift. With every adoptee I meet, I becoming more blessed, being able to share my story and hopefully giving them advice and knowledge from my experiences. And in turn, teaching me how to be strong, confident and loved for who I am.
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