The MIRACLE of Adoption (posted by Jessica)

November is National Adoption Month so I wanted to share with you this special feature from the Its About Love website.

Adoption Matters: LDS Family Services seeks to raise awareness of adoption as a loving choice.
Why is adoption so important?
*Numerous studies show that children do better in stable, loving families with both a mother and a father. Most important, children who are adopted by temple-worthy Latter-day Saint couples can be sealed to their parents.
*But children are not the only ones who benefit from adoption. Studies show that single mothers who place their children for adoption are more likely to finish school, are less likely to live in poverty, and have fewer physical or emotional health problems.
*Contrary to what some may believe, unwed parents who place their children for adoption are not taking “the easy way out” or abandoning their responsibility. Instead, they are placing the needs of their children before their own feelings and desires—the essence of true parenthood. *Such a decision is deserving of the highest commendation and respect.

• Adoption Fact Sheet
• Adoption Myths
• Adoption Language
• Lives Blessed by Adoption
• First Presidency Announces Support for Adoption
• Additional Resources
  For more information about LDS Family Services adoption services, please call 1-800-537-2229 or visit http://www.itsaboutlove.org/

I also came across this on You Tube and wanted to share it because it really touched my heart to see another forever family created by a courageous birthmother.



“From God’s Arms to My Arms to Yours” by Michael Mclean

“I know God won't give me anything I can't handle. I just wish he didn't trust me so much” ---Mother Theresa