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Tough but worth it

Bubblez Posted at 18:22 on Wed, 07/06/2011
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 Being a single parent is always difficult and some may say it's tougher when you adopt but I really don't see it that way. Adopting is completely worth it. All the paperwork and training you have to go through is hard, gruling and sometimes seems it will never end but I've never regretted my decision.
For those of you planning on adopting; go for it. You never know until you try. You will be given so much information and so much help along the way that you are going to do just fine.
If you need tips, I'll be here :)
Best wishes,
Betty

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 I like that idea. Thanks

MrMan Posted at 04:10 on Fri, 07/08/2011

 I like that idea. Thanks for the tips. I haven't adopted yet but I see what you mean. A child is a child and it doesn't matter if they were born from your DNA or if you saved them, they are your child just the same.

 It's always nice to be

Beth Posted at 18:03 on Sun, 07/10/2011

 It's always nice to be reminded that all the trouble is worth it. Sometimes I get so caught up in the negativity in life (being a lesbian woman) that I forget to think about how lucky I am and how grateful I am that adoption is an option.

 Hi Beth I imagine there

admin Posted at 11:25 on Mon, 07/11/2011

 Hi Beth
I imagine there are very unique challenges for you to face in the process of adoption as a lesbian.  I wonder if you'd be willing to share your stories with us through the process so that others in the same situation can benefit and perhaps be encouraged to share as well :)

 I will be sharing stories

Beth Posted at 21:08 on Sat, 08/06/2011

 I will be sharing stories about my experiences. I have mentioned a few things so far. I hope they can help other lesbian couples get through the whole process. It can be tough.. you just gotta be tougher :) It's all worth it.

 Thanks for offering to

admin Posted at 11:24 on Mon, 07/11/2011

 Thanks for offering to help Betty. I think having someone who's experienced the process and is willing to be there for others is really encouraging for others in the process. 

 You're welcome. I think

Bubblez Posted at 01:11 on Fri, 08/05/2011

 You're welcome. I think adoption is tough and it's always good for people to know they have someone they can go to when they are in need of help. I may not know everything, but I try my best to educate myself more as well as others :)

 I really look up to people

Melanie Posted at 05:49 on Sat, 09/03/2011

 I really look up to people that have children and are single. I think it's a great accomplishment. Some of the most amazing mothers I've come across have been single. It just goes to show you; if you were made to do it, you will :)

 Thanks for reaching out. I

Zoey Posted at 23:35 on Thu, 09/08/2011

 Thanks for reaching out. I keep telling myself I want to wait until I have a guy in my life before I adopt but maybe it's better this way. Maybe I can do this on my own :)

Melanie- Thank you.

Bubblez Posted at 01:13 on Fri, 09/16/2011

Melanie- Thank you. Sometimes I feel very negative about being alone, but all in all; it is a great accomplishment. Thanks for the reminder! I needed it today!!
Zoey- You can defintely do this on your own. Never feel like you need someone else. You've got this! It took me years to realize being alone wasn't a bad thing. I'm not going to lie, it gets tough sometimes, but it's worth it. We'll both probably meet great guys soon enough and the timing will be great because we'll already have our own lives set up.

 In order to fully

Leslie Posted at 02:21 on Fri, 10/14/2011

 In order to fully understand how tough being a single parent is, one must either experience it first hand or be very close to someone going through being alone. It can be very rough, draining and like a roller coaster ride.