Welcome to my circus.

June 9, 2022
by Maralee
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My Son and The Baby Sister He Didn’t Want (a love story)

For many years I have been telling nervous potential foster parents that if God is asking you to become a foster family, he is also asking your kids. I have encouraged parents to talk to their children, include them in … Continue reading

April 14, 2022
by Maralee
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Ignoring Your Adopted Child’s Questions Doesn’t Preserve Their Innocence

I read this summary of a podcast interview with Thomas Rhett about the adoption of his daughter and I’m not okay with it. I don’t want to pretend that this interview was a full description of how he’s handling adoption … Continue reading

March 29, 2022
by Maralee
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Some Thoughts on Our (Maybe/Hopefully/Probably) Last Homestudy

I should definitely be cleaning right now. In less than two hours a woman will be coming to judge my home (very literally) and I’m sure I should go take the clean laundry out of the dryer and get it … Continue reading

January 20, 2022
by Maralee
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How to Make Small Talk with a Large Family Mom

I had an awkward interaction with someone the other day. It wasn’t the first time. It certainly won’t be the last. When people see a large family, it’s kind of tough not to comment on it. In the immortal words … Continue reading

September 9, 2020
by Maralee
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Every Baby Deserves to be Celebrated. Especially Foster Babies.

A couple months ago my neighbors brought home their premature twins after a lengthy hospital stay. It was a joyous occasion as our cul-de-sac hung streamers from trees and balloons on their porch. We lined the street and applauded as … Continue reading