Im Adopted....

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Comment by Jane Musacchio McNulty on April 11, 2013 at 1:06am

I always knew I was adopted. I was born in 1957, so this was during the Baby-scoop era. Adoption was, and still is closed. I have no info at all as to where and to whom I was born. I was brought home by my A-parents at about 2 months, adoption was finalized after 3 years. The thinking at the time was that secrecy was the best way to go, my parents (now quite elderly) still believe that.  I never asked any questions as a child living the quintessential 1950's life, but now there are nagging questions and I really can't ask anyone. My A-parents would be devastated. My state still has closed records. I have no where to begin looking for answers to my questions. Why did/do people think that secrecy and closed records were a good thing? When will this be changed?

Comment by Arika on April 7, 2013 at 6:37am

I was born Erica but my adoptive parents changed my name to Arika after they adopted me when I was two months. I never met my birth mom and all I know about her is what they put in my birth files. It's rough for me because I am well adjusted in my home, but I feel as if a huge chunk of my life is missing because I don't know much about her. Can anyone relate or am I just on my own?

Comment by Robin Silevitch on April 3, 2013 at 4:40pm

I was born Erica Alyssa... didn't know that til I found my bmom about a year ago. I've never had much of an issue with being an adoptee til I found my bfam at first. It's really hard adjusting to life with two families when you feel you owe so much to both of them. 

Anyone else experiencing a difficult merging of families?

Comment by sandra lynett walkins on October 23, 2012 at 11:19am

I was born sandra but i changed my name to amanda after becoming adopted. i now have found my birth brother but i can't get in touch with him because he has no number and the adresses might not be his either does anyone know what i should do. 

Comment by TONY MIANO on October 24, 2011 at 4:39pm

Can anyone tell me or lead me in an direction to find my birthparents? there is no paper work to help me start, I was told everything had been destoryed.

Comment by TONY MIANO on October 24, 2011 at 4:35pm

Hello,I am new to this 3 days ago I was told that I was adopted 53 years ago,I cannot explain my thoughts , I feel betrayed,anger, why tell me now? where does some go, no one has called meaning relatives to say anything.I am just numb, don't know what to think, as I do know all my cousins and aunts, uncles all know that I was told. just trying to understand.

Comment by Aurette Bowes on September 26, 2011 at 12:49am

Hi Mio, I learned of my adoption when I was 37, and can totally relate to the confusion and sadness you feel. My journey of healing took seven long years, which I have documented in a book - Someone's Daughter: She's Adopted But Don't Tell - because I wanted to share my healing experience with other adoptees like me. I also share my thoughts and emotions on my blog: http://aurettebowes.wordpress.com. I find that it always helps to share with others who can relate. Perhaps this will help you too. God bless. Aurette

Comment by Mlo Levy on September 19, 2011 at 9:06pm

Hi, im new here. My fathers recently told me that im adopted. My first reaction was a big smile. I feel so lucky and thankful. Now I have many questions. I think  a lot while i tell my parents dad or mom. I know that they love me in the same way and my love cant be bigger but I sometimes cry i dont know why, i feel good but i little confuse.  Please if yoy have any expirience it will help me. 

Sorry about my english im southamerican.

 

Bless you! 

Comment by Rebecca Hawkes on September 10, 2011 at 9:10am

I recently wrote a blog post called "Double Vision: An Adoptee's View of Family." I'd love to hear from other adoptees whether or not your experience matches mine. 

Comment by Jody M. Moreen on September 9, 2011 at 9:04pm

Adoptee Gals 18 & up, Join Adoptees Anchor Bible verse A Week Group to share faith and verses that focus on topics close to Adoptees hearts- Trust, Identity, Security, etc. See Jody Borman Moreen on Facebook & send a message to join. A Christian-based group for those interested in Christian fellowship with other adopted woman.

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