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Our trip to Korea was amazing on so many levels.
Our #1 reason, and if you've been following our journey, then you already know the answer! Picking up our sweet son whose face we had first glimpsed in June.
Traveling to new places is one of our favorite things to do! This was Matt's first visit to Seoul and it was only my second trip back, which is almost like new! We enjoyed visiting with old and new friends, taking in the sights, smells, and tastes of Seoul.
There is one more event that took place while we were there....and for me, it was definitely an "amazing" part of the trip.
i.met.my.birth.family
As I type, I still can't believe that it happened or that everything fell in place like it did, for it to happen. I have to admit, it is still difficult for me to discuss in an actual conversation. Since coming back, our #1 focus has been Gavin, so I haven't had a lot of time to process what happened and what it means to me. However, I am hoping that by writing down my reflections about this experience that I will be able to capture my thoughts and feelings during this momentous time.
I have to thank my family and my friends for their love and support during this time.
A special thank you to Kelly Fern, author of Songs of My Families (totally promoting this book!!! could not put it down!!!) who provided me with empathy, encouragement, support, and her phone number which was priceless!!!
-i leave you with some pictures...
Wow Jennifer! I don't have any words. I can't even begin to imagine how emotional that must have been. What a beautiful video. I am excited to hear more when you are ready to share. Thank you for sharing such a personal story. I will have to look up the book you mentioned...I don't think I've heard of it before.
ReplyDeleteWow that is amazing! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletei totally cried. amazing. simply amazing. oh how i pray for that for my sons.
ReplyDeleteoh my goodness! What an amazing trip! Tears of joy for you. I sure hope one day my daughter, if she chooses, can have that dream come true. Your son is so cute!!! I cannot wait to see the rest of the story.
ReplyDeleteI have goose bumps right now.. and tears... I am so happy for you. What a wonderful full circle adoption story! Thanks for sharing! Someday I would like to meet my birth family.
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ReplyDeletehappy tears for you, amiga! and i can't wait to meet mr. precious Gavin!
ReplyDeleteOh, Jennifer! Crying my eyes out. What an emotional journey you have been on over the last few months! Blessing to you, friend! : ) Gavin is precious and I hope meeting your birth parents was everything you imagined!
ReplyDelete~ Tracey
amazing!! No words..congrats
ReplyDeleteJennifer,
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your beautiful story! It brought Brad and I to tears. I am still sniffling as I write this. Also, thanks for your endorsement. You have a beautiful family. So honored to be part of your reunion. (Brad says hi.)
Your friend,
Kelly
Jennifer, amazing story. I am really happy for you. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteJordan
Simply beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing and I will also need to check out the book you recommend.
ReplyDeleteJennifer, Thanks for sharing! Those pictures are pricless.
ReplyDeleteI'm also an adult adoptee with an adopted son. It was amazing to visit Korea when we picked him up. Looking back, I wish I'd at least looked up my foster mother. I did enjoy a trip to my birthtown though.
Best wishes on your new addition!
Melissa
www.thecorkums.com