by GIFT Coach | Aug 27, 2014 | Blogs by Gayle Swift, Blogs by Joann DiStefano, Difficult Discussions, Faith and Values, General Discussion, Post Adoption Challenges & Behaviors, Strengthening Family Relationships
How many times have you said, “Through adoption I’ve learned to love unconditionally”? Have you ever doubted that belief? Has it ever been rocked to the core by challenging circumstances or by the vehement disapproval of your child by a neighbor, teacher or family...
by Sally A | Feb 27, 2013 | Blogs by Gayle Swift, Blogs by Joann DiStefano, General Discussion, Strengthening Family Relationships
We close our February blogs with a final look at the insights shared by Christina White in her very personal discussion of her experiences as an abused child. “I’m still trying to heal from a feeling of not being loved as a child. It hurts me even now as I type these...
by Sally A | Jan 30, 2013 | Blogs by Gayle Swift, Blogs by Joann DiStefano
During February, we will be exploring forgiveness and how it can benefit adoptive and foster families. We will revisit the insights shared by Christina White, a survivor of a traumatic childhood and persistent, pervasive abuse. Eventually, she was raised by an uncle....