https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XD9at7NjZ1Q&t=656s It’s hard to smile today when so many adoptee smiles have been washed away. If you know an adoptee, let me take you on a ride in an Adoptee's mind. Please sit down and give me a few minutes of your time. Imagine being in your mother’s womb, where there is only room for… Continue reading Pamela Karanova on Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th
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This Adoptee Life on Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th
https://videopress.com/v/GevmEmuB?controls=false&preloadContent=metadata I am 9 years old when the guilt sets in.When I learn that there’s no room for me to talk about my feelings.When I learn that no one will listen.When I learn that no one is there to hold space for me. I am 14 years old when I stand in the bathroom, stare… Continue reading This Adoptee Life on Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th
China’s Children International on Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th
On Adoptee Remembrance Day 2020, we honor and remember adoptees who have lost their lives, experienced violence and abuse, and to those who are still struggling with mental health. Being an adoptee is a lifelong journey, one that is fraught with trauma, struggles, and resilience. To our community members, please know you are not alone.… Continue reading China’s Children International on Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th
Adoptees On on Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th
As I write, I’m already tearing up. That’s very like me, I am a crier and I naturally feel big feelings. I have struggled with depression and suicidal ideation on and off since I was ten. I made my first suicide plan when I was twelve. What’s bringing emotions to the surface for me now… Continue reading Adoptees On on Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th
Promoting Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th, 2020
Everyone has a role to play within Adoptee Remembrance Day. We're hoping a wide variety of individuals will participate in our very first Annual Adoptee Remembrance Day - October 30th event. October 30th, 2020 is going to be a day like never before and we're excited we have so many supporters who want to take… Continue reading Promoting Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th, 2020
Adoptees Connect: In Our Own Words – Introducing Meredith McCullough
So glad to get a chance to talk to you a little bit, Meredith! Could you start by giving me a little background about yourself? Well, I'm originally from a small town in Western Massachusetts. I moved to Northern Virginia in 2005 after college and have been here ever since. I have an event planning… Continue reading Adoptees Connect: In Our Own Words – Introducing Meredith McCullough
Adoptees Connect, Inc. & Google Earth Meet
By Pamela Karanova We’re always looking to add amazing additions and growth to our growing network. We’re happy to announce we’ve made the decision to add an astonishing & exciting project to our organization. Google Earth will now feature all of our group locations to an exclusive Adoptees Connect Google Earth Project that will better… Continue reading Adoptees Connect, Inc. & Google Earth Meet
January 13, 2018 Is When It All Began…
By Pamela Karanova January 13, 2018 is when it all began. Our Adoptees Connect - Lexington, KY group met for the first time. A few hours earlier, the Adoptees Connect - Lancaster, PA group met hosted by our longtime friend & facilitator, Kevin Engle. Kevin and I laugh at the fact (and he will… Continue reading January 13, 2018 Is When It All Began…
Bye Bye 2019, Hello 2020 – Happy New Year!
From Pamela Karanova & Adoptees Connect, Inc. We wanted to take a moment to wish all our friends and family a very special Happy New Year! We also wanted to share a few updates. A YEAR IN REVIEW 2019 Many of you have been waiting patiently for months for our organization to begin planting… Continue reading Bye Bye 2019, Hello 2020 – Happy New Year!
Adoptees Connect: In Our Own Words – Introducing Hope Eva
Thanks for taking the time to speak with me, Hope! Could you start by giving me a little background about yourself? I was born in Philadelphia and currently live in Philadelphia, although I lived in New Jersey most of my childhood. I was adopted shortly after birth. I am a Social Worker who works at… Continue reading Adoptees Connect: In Our Own Words – Introducing Hope Eva
Where Adoptee Voices Meet 