Happy National Adoption Day! I never thought I would be posting on this special day but here we are!

November is #nationaladoptionmonth and observed on the 21st. I am eternally grateful that I have been on the receiving end of it. I love that parents who may not be able to bring their own children into this world can still have a family through adoption.

I don’t talk about this a lot, if ever, publicly but with our 7 Day Thankful Challenge given to us by our Prophet I felt that this was a perfect time for me to share my appreciation for something that has changed our family’s life for eternity.

I never thought adoption was something I would do but when we lost my older brother unexpectedly, my thoughts and heart changed. My husband and I prayed a lot for guidance in making this decision that would not only change our lives but our sons life, future children and most importantly, hers.

Our son, Kayson, was one and Brielle, my niece, who we were looking to adopt was only six weeks older than him. So, basically we’d have twins. Yes, they would grow up to be the best of friends and how amazing and fun for them?! But I was stressed because raising twins seems daunting and freaking HARD! Having one son was a challenge because it was new.

Obviously we did it. And I’m grateful we did because it has been a blessing to our family! We couldn’t imagine life without her. Yes, there are days that are really hard and challenging but I try to count my blessings and remind myself of all the good she has brought and will continue to bring to our family.

Have you adopted or considered adopting? Why or why not?! I would genuinely love to hear about it and/or talk about it. Answer any questions or share stories.