by Mardie Caldwell | Dec 26, 2017 | adoption networking
Dear Mardie, I’ve read the section on networking and there is a lot of good information there. But what does it really look like? I mean, I can’t stand on the street corner and hand out my profile. Or should I? Great question! And no, don’t stand on the street...
by Mardie Caldwell | Dec 19, 2017 | Mardie Caldwell
From my heart to yours, I hope to offer encouragement as you move through this time in your adoption story. I’ve been where you are and I want to share a few things that I wish someone had told me during my adoption wait, especially during the holidays. ...
by Mardie Caldwell | Nov 28, 2017 | budget
Keep it growing throughout your journey Some families raise funds to begin the process, then jump into adoption whole-heartedly, trusting that the money they’ve raised is enough or that there will be time later to raise more, save more, or find more. My...
by Mardie Caldwell | Nov 21, 2017 | adoption wait
Many parents-in-waiting find Thanksgiving to be a challenging time of year. Everyone counting their blessings when you are still waiting for the blessing you most desire: a child to call you Mommy or Daddy. There’s no doubt about it – it can be difficult to...
by Mardie Caldwell | Oct 17, 2017 | Blog
Q: Our coordinator said to start with the first three modules, but I am already overwhelmed. Help! What should we do? A: I understand, adoption can be overwhelming. Starting with the first three lessons is definitely the best place to begin but let’s break it...