One thing I have learned during my short time as a writer of open adoption bloggery is that when you think you have expressed something really good, people may not agree, they might not even be reading. On the other hand, when you think you pumped something out that might be lacking in interesting adoption matter, you get non stop comments and occasionally even spark intense debate. Go figure huh?

I know that almost everyone involved with adoption on some level have their own perception of what is important and what needs to be addressed. Some are interested in supporting natural families and avoiding adoptions when ever possible. Many want to speak more about supporting young expectant mothers to make educated and informed decisions for themselves and their children, no matter what those decisions might be. Often others simply wish to share more about making the open adoption relationships they are already involved in work. Those in the process desire to know what direction to take toward educating themselves about open adoption and adoption in general. Everyone has something they want to hear, so what others are able to express through writing about any aspect of adoption, has a chance to reach any number of them.

It is so hard for me to know what to write most days. I really want to share what I have already experienced through adoption, in order to help others. I also want to bring flaws in the world of adoption into the light where we can all see a way for productive change. Mostly I want to write about the children, both mine and those waiting for families. I truly believe that there are so many children the world over for whom adoption could be a loving option.

When I am writing I admit it might not be what people are always interested in, or what they wish to hear, but I speak with honestly and truth from my own complex adoption experience. I really don’t know WHAT people expect to hear about adoption, but I know what they will get from me is reality viewed through the lens of my own intimate connection. Once out there, what people chose to make of it, is really up to them.

Right now I am suppose to be packing for a camping trip with my in laws (oh joy) and so I will get a chance to again get away and think about what matters to me and what I feel people would like to hear from me on this blog about adoption. If any of you have comments or ideas, now is the perfect time to please share them with me. I would love to hear what matters most to others, even if it differs from my own experience.

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