I met an older gentlemen, who you couldn't help but instantly form a connect with the minute you met him. He reminded me of a younger version of my grandpa, and you could tell he had genuine concern for everyone he meets.
With no knowledge of our current situation, he told a story about his daughter and how she had recently been able to adopt. He paused and then, with some emotion, stated that the bond between parents and child was just as strong as if it had been their own. You could tell that this man loved this new grandchild with all his heart and had a deep respect for family.
Hearing this story instantly brought tears to my eyes and touched something in my heart. It reminded both me and my husband once again that adopting a child is what we need to be doing at this time and strengthened us for our journey that lies ahead of us.
Thank you, kind stranger. Your words will always have a special place in our hearts.
Sarah
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