Hang It Up and Celebrate

What do hang ups and celebrations have in common? Usually nothing. But today I am experiencing both. Read on to find out more!

Last night we heard from a new potential Michigan birth mom who contacted us through ParentProfiles.com. We talked for a few minutes today and she told me a little about her situation. She said she hadn't talked to anyone about adoption and didn't know anyone who was interested. I said that I would be happy to answer any questions she has and that I could also give her our agency's number if she would like to know more about how the adoption process works. She then abruptly and deliberately hung up on me!

My guess is that she is either afraid of talking to an adoption professional or was just too upset to talk further with me. I debated about calling her right back, but didn't want to pressure or bug her. If and when she is ready, she has our number.

It was surprising and disappointing that our call ended the way it did, but I refuse to let it get me down today. It is a very special day for my husband and me. Tonight we will celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary! Ironically, we will be returning to the place we met. We didn't plan it that way, but are excited things turned out the way they did.

In honor of the occasion, here's a toast: to a strong and enduring love, a bright future and hopefully no more hang ups!