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07/04/07

How to Cope with the Fourth of July

Posted by : Coley S. in Open Adoption Blog at 12:23 am , 305 words, 123 views  
Categories: How To..., Fourth of July
In my last post, I wrote about how the fourth of July once again has me missing my birth son. This holiday has reminded me of my loss of motherhood and the things that I am missing and am not doing with Charlie.

However, there are some things that I can do to cope. Others may be experiencing some holiday blues as well, so I will share my ideas with you.


  • Send your child a card. Yes, a fourth of July card might be a little cheesy, but it’s a great surprise for your child to receive a card out of the blue and it lets him/her know that you are thinking of him.


  • Do something in honor of your child. On the fourth of July it could be, shooting off some fireworks in his or her favorite color.


  • If this is part of your adoption agreement, give your child a call and let him or her know that you are thinking of them. Ask about his/her plans for the 4th of July.


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  • Write about your feelings in your journal. If you write letters to your child and save them for when he or she is older, write him or her a letter talking about your feelings and what you and your family do celebrate the fourth of July.


  • If you typically spend time with friends and family on the fourth of July, go ahead and do what it is you normally do. It may keep you from focusing entirely on your feelings. Although, if the festivities become overwhelming, it is ok to step out, take a break, and re-compose yourself.


If all else fails, pig out some home made ice cream, watermelon, barbeque or whatever food it is you associate with the fourth of July.

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