by Mardie Caldwell | Oct 15, 2022 | Adoption
When I was adopting 36 years ago, I had to figure things out on my own. Open adoption was still new back then, and independent adoption was all but unheard of. I didn’t have any adoption advice to go by. But I was so ready to be a mom and do everything I could...
by Mardie Caldwell | Nov 14, 2020 | Adoption
Each November, National Adoption Awareness month is celebrated nationwide. This month, I encourage you to take some time to recognize the importance and value of adoption. Some experts estimate that 100 million Americans have either been touched by adoption. Adoption...
by Mardie Caldwell | Oct 3, 2020 | Adoption, my life
Through my infertility and adoption journey, I learned that the ultimate gift of love comes not from the receiver but the giver… “What exactly do you mean?” My friend interrupted me as she was sipping her mocha at the neighborhood sidewalk...
by Mardie Caldwell | May 8, 2020 | Adoption
Are you an adoptive mom, waiting to be chosen by a birth mother? On Mother’s Day, you’re in my thoughts and prayers. I believe with all my heart you will be a mother soon. I know God has already identified your child, and in His perfect timing as to when...
by Mardie Caldwell | Nov 2, 2019 | Adoption
Every November, National Adoption Awareness Month is recognized across the U.S. I’d like to invite you to join me in celebrating adoption this month! A wonderful way to celebrate adoption is through prayer. I believe in the power of prayer and pray daily...