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We Get It!

It is impossible for anyone to truly understand the emotions that come along with parenting kids who have lived traumatic lives until he or she has become that parent. No one can truly understand how the fear of the unknown … Continue reading

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Trapped!

Have you ever felt so trapped in a situation, it stitches your throat closed so tightly that the very breath you need to keep you alive can’t pass to your lungs? Have you ever felt that no matter how much … Continue reading

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Happy 10th Birthday, James!

Dear James, I can’t believe you are the third one to hit double digits! The time seems to fly by quicker each year. I still remember the day you were born as if it were yesterday. You entered this world … Continue reading

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Happy 5th Birthday to Our Little Man

Dear Jayce, What an awesome birthday celebration you had at Bald Head Island! I was so excited that your 5th birthday landed right in the middle of vacation. You were so cute to watch as each of your brothers and … Continue reading

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Happy 15th Birthday!

Dear Jacob, Wow! I cannot hardly believe it. You really are 15 years old! How is it even possible? The time has surely flown by. It seems like the years go by faster and faster. I cannot even remember the … Continue reading

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Heaven Rejoices at the Value of One

In the midst of trials, tribulations, and really difficult times, God has a way of showing up. He has a way of showing all of us that He is in control. In the middle of the storm, He makes it … Continue reading

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Happy 7th Birthday to a Feisty Girl

Dear Jayla, Happy 7th birthday sweet girl. There is not one other girl in the whole universe just like you. You are one of a kind! Your feisty personality keeps all of us on our toes. We never know what … Continue reading

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You knew!

You knew what you were getting into. You knew the depths of trauma. You knew how things would be handled in this awful, failing system. You knew! You knew the kids would get attached, only to be told that that … Continue reading

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Happy 2 Years to One Awesome Baby Boy!

Happy Birthday sweet baby boy! It seems like we just got finished celebrating your 1st birthday. You were brand new to us this time last year. We were all just getting to know each other. Your smile and laughter have … Continue reading

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Happy 9th Birthday to a Unicorn Loving Girl!

Dear Sweet Girl, Thank you so much for celebrating your 9th Birthday with us this year! We had so much fun celebrating as we were surrounded by unicorns. Your love for unicorns is one thing that you have made clear … Continue reading

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