Monica

My mom reminds me often that when I was just four years old, I told her stories about the children I would have when I became an adult. As the years passed, and I did not have children yet, the desire to be a mother never left. My passion to give back, coupled with wanting to be a mother led me to consider adoption. I knew whether I had my own biological children or adopted, I would be their mother and they would be my children. After thorough research and steadfast prayers, I realized that adoption was the answer to the desires of my heart. Although it was not in the way that I imagined at four years old, it is absolutely the very best decision in growing my family. It became very clear to me that family is not defined by our genes, but rather is built and maintained through love and a connection that can never be broken. In 2022, I adopted an angel, Madeline, through Gladney Center for Adoption. My adoption journey was surrounded by family, friends, and what I now call my village. There was so much support the entire journey, which continued after I brought my little girl home. Madeline has been the perfect addition to my family and has brought so much joy into my home. From the moment I saw her, my heart was filled with so much love, the love that a mother has for her child. My prayer is to adopt again and to have a second child and a sibling for Madeline. Madeline loves children so much, and I know that she will absolutely love the bundle of joy that we will bring into our home. I knew from the moment I adopted Madeline that I would want to expand our family with a 2nd child. This addition to our family will be a dream come true and my heart is overwhelmed with joy and excitement just imagining bringing this miracle of life into our home.