Having just celebrated Mother's Day and Father's Day fast approaching, Mr. Bill and I reminiscing about the difference in the crowds during the breakfast rush on those two days. For the Mom's it was all about family. Usually an entire family would arrive, Mom and Grandma with a corsage, Dad and the rest of the troops very attentive. Dad's day was quite different, with an earlier than usual crowd. More often than not, it would be Dad's together, heading off for a day of golf or fishing. It was also their day to eat the most unhealthiest of breakfast, not that any of Mr. Bill's omelets were for the faint of heart, but many would start their eating frenzy with an appetizer of Sausage Gravy and biscuits!
These holidays also showcased the diversity of families in our area. It always amused me to see a person's reaction to certain families. Having been raised by loving parents, that were open, honest and accepted the family structure as loving parents with kids, that was all that mattered. Their view: anyone can have a child, but it takes special people to raise, nurture and love that child, regardless. Many times people would question, "Regardless of what?" Their answer: "Anything!" Yes, my sister and I were adopted, we always knew that, the parents telling us we were special, when in fact it was the two of them that were so special.
Our Fred's News family had many of these special people in their fold. The Tatro family in Hanover, had many foster children that to this day remain in the area, now raising their own families as well. Long time friend Al Philips daughter, adopted six foster children, part of two separate families, so these siblings would remain together. Although both Al and his daughter have since passed away, the children have the memories of their Mom and grandfather, cherished forever in their hearts. Scott and Mary always wanted a family, yet unable to do so, opted for the foster parent program. Their dreams came true as they received the call, "we have a set a twin boys", goodness, double trouble, yet these two people never questioning their ability, became instant parents. Scott admitting "I never realized I could get by on SO little sleep!" Family and friends rallying to support them, all becoming "Aunties,Uncles, Grammy and Grampy. Understanding that each of these little ones might someday have to return to their birth parents, a mighty struggle for all these Moms and Dads, each willing to sacrifice for their young charges, hoping someday they would be a permanent part of their families. The sadness each have known, yet the comfort they feel knowing their time together, making a much better life for their "children." In a world where so much is uncertain, the public thirsts for sensationalism, heartwarming stories of wonderful parents, give hope for a much brighter and secure future.
Fred's News families, also a diverse group, young children adopted from China, Guatemala, Ecuador and Korea. Each family devoted to their children, yet thrilled to teach them about their ethnicity. One young girl from China, questioning her Mom, "Mommy, how come I don't look like you, I look more like HeeBee ( Korean)?" Although I did not hear Mom's answer, I enjoyed the comforting feeling from within, knowing just how my Mom would of answered that questions, "sometimes things happen, beyond our control, you were sent special delivery to Dad and I, we love each other so much, it was meant to be shared with you!" That is so special!
These holidays also showcased the diversity of families in our area. It always amused me to see a person's reaction to certain families. Having been raised by loving parents, that were open, honest and accepted the family structure as loving parents with kids, that was all that mattered. Their view: anyone can have a child, but it takes special people to raise, nurture and love that child, regardless. Many times people would question, "Regardless of what?" Their answer: "Anything!" Yes, my sister and I were adopted, we always knew that, the parents telling us we were special, when in fact it was the two of them that were so special.
Our Fred's News family had many of these special people in their fold. The Tatro family in Hanover, had many foster children that to this day remain in the area, now raising their own families as well. Long time friend Al Philips daughter, adopted six foster children, part of two separate families, so these siblings would remain together. Although both Al and his daughter have since passed away, the children have the memories of their Mom and grandfather, cherished forever in their hearts. Scott and Mary always wanted a family, yet unable to do so, opted for the foster parent program. Their dreams came true as they received the call, "we have a set a twin boys", goodness, double trouble, yet these two people never questioning their ability, became instant parents. Scott admitting "I never realized I could get by on SO little sleep!" Family and friends rallying to support them, all becoming "Aunties,Uncles, Grammy and Grampy. Understanding that each of these little ones might someday have to return to their birth parents, a mighty struggle for all these Moms and Dads, each willing to sacrifice for their young charges, hoping someday they would be a permanent part of their families. The sadness each have known, yet the comfort they feel knowing their time together, making a much better life for their "children." In a world where so much is uncertain, the public thirsts for sensationalism, heartwarming stories of wonderful parents, give hope for a much brighter and secure future.
Fred's News families, also a diverse group, young children adopted from China, Guatemala, Ecuador and Korea. Each family devoted to their children, yet thrilled to teach them about their ethnicity. One young girl from China, questioning her Mom, "Mommy, how come I don't look like you, I look more like HeeBee ( Korean)?" Although I did not hear Mom's answer, I enjoyed the comforting feeling from within, knowing just how my Mom would of answered that questions, "sometimes things happen, beyond our control, you were sent special delivery to Dad and I, we love each other so much, it was meant to be shared with you!" That is so special!
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