Star’s favourite story: Jesus calms the storm

One of the first things we learnt about Star is how much she loves books.

I mean she REALLY loves books.

Unexpected tears

During our adoption training we heard this phrase over and over: “adoption is all about loss.”

“Together “

It has been a tough few weeks. The girls, myself and DH have all been ill. Someone has been ill in our house for the best part of a month. It seems that every time we get close to “being a family” in the way we want to another challenge comes along.

Early days

How can I explain those early days of introductions?

It is like a series of still photos in my mind, punctuated by video clips: some silent, some with sound.

Welcoming Star

3 months after seeing her face, after reading reports, attending meetings, researching, hoping and waiting; meeting Star was drawing near at last.