Our social worker phoned tonight to say that she is almost finished writing our homestudy. She just needed a few more details from us and then she'll submit it to her supervisor to get the okay before it will be sent to Florida. So we have filled out an application that we will send to Shepherd Care in Florida to get things started with them and now our next step is to write our "dear birthparent" letters. I don't usually have trouble with writing and I certainly never lack for words to say but this has been a very daunting task for me, and even more so for my dear husband, who is not so much a words guy. :) How do you write a letter to a person you don't know, in order to convince them that you are worthy of the most wonderful gift they could ever give you?
We have been given some pointers:
-not too long, not too short
- be yourself, show us who you really are
- try to understand where the birthparent is coming from
-don't try to come across as perfect
- keep it interesting
We're supposed to tell about:
-our childhood
- life experiences
- traditions
- extended family
- parenting styles
- hobbies, activities, and interests
- thoughts on open adoption
- occupation
- reasons for wanting to adopt
So that is what I will think about tonight as I lay in bed, trying to get some sleep, how do I find the words to express who I am to a stranger who might possibly be the birthmother of my future child.
3 comments:
Wow Christa, that is a challenging task. I will pray for the right words to flow when you sit down to write. We have a few friends here who've adopted, so know a bit about that journey...strength and peace to you friend!
~Carmen
Despite the fact that this is a difficult task I know that God will give you the words to say simply because you've trusted him this far! It's a pretty amazing road you've journeyed and there are so many more wonderful times to come as a result.
Wow, definitely lots to ponder! I believe that you will know what to write, but I believe equally that God has already planted the seeds in the mothers heart who will be reading your letter. We'll be praying for you:)
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