by Mardie Caldwell | Dec 8, 2018 | my life
Each year, a different part of the Christmas story stands out to me. A part in the very beginning tugs on my heart this year, and reminds me of the legacy you’re already preparing for your adopted child. When I decided to pursue adoption, I remember...
by Mardie Caldwell | Jul 7, 2018 | my life
Getting to see family members that you haven’t seen in a long time can be a wonderful experience. You might remember family reunions from your childhood that were boring and basic. Nowadays, there are many options for the perfect family reunion at exciting...
by Mardie Caldwell | Apr 7, 2018 | Adoption, Entrepreneur, my life
I’ve been providing open adoption services for 32 years, and I’ve adopted a baby myself. At Lifetime Adoption, we handle mostly newborn adoptions but we also help children who would otherwise go into foster care. Lifetime does eight to 10 adoptions a month all...
by Mardie Caldwell | Feb 10, 2018 | my life
When my children were little, we would pile into our little car and head to the local car wash for our “mini Disneyland adventure.” So, today I introduced my granddaughter Ellie to the adventures of Mr. Suds in Grass Valley. Building up anticipation...
by Mardie Caldwell | Jan 6, 2018 | Adoption, my life
I feel honored to have my home featured by Nevada City Scenics, a photography company that shares the beauty of Nevada County and surrounding areas. They produce calendars, framed prints, postcards, phone cases, and wall art featuring local scenes photographed by Kial...
by Mardie Caldwell | Dec 2, 2017 | my life
Some of you might not know, but I have a great passion for geology and I’m an amateur gemologist! I’ve traveled to five countries and many states for digs. I’ve collected rare gems on mountaintops while it snowed on us, crawled in dark caves with headlamps to...
