"Jessica continues to grow on me. It is hard to imagine life without her anymore. Adopting Jessica has been the most significant, satisfying thing that I have ever done with my life."

"Being the independent, free spirited...person that I am, it has been so good for me to find my life wrapped inextricably with another's. I don't make decisions, dreams, and plans just for ME anymore. My responsibility to her and her future colours everything I do and think these days."

"Her companionship and delightful little-girl personality repay me many times over for any sacrifices I might be making for her. I love hearing her dozens-a-day call of "Mother!" I love to listen to her animated chatter and notice how her growing mind works." "I see great potential in her, and I love to see that potential begin to waken and stretch its young wings..." If you would like to read more of this mom's thoughts, please click here.

Carol, an Adoptive Mom