We adopted twins at the age of 3 months. I had never even changed a diaper. I actually went through postpartum depression. It was rough for a while. Now they are 28 and I have loved them for their whole lives and they have been my biggest blessing in life!
As a now 50 year old who was adopted at birth, and always known I was adopted, I want to validate your feelings. You should always remember Olivia’s birth family. They gave you the best gift ever! But fear not, YOU ARE HER PARENTS! You are the ones who love her daily. You are the ones who care for her. You are the ones who she will turn to to share her joys and fears. People have always told me that I look like my mom and my cousins. My mom and I just smile and say thank you, knowing all along that it’s our love that bonds us as family, not a shared DNA. Many people have heard that blood is thicker than water but love is thicker than blood.
my exact words. she needs to know. I was adopted when I was 4 years old. Idk much about my birth parents. but I know my original Las name. but kept my first name and middle name. when Olivia grows up. she'll be asking some confusion and tough questions. be prepared for it. it's a okay to not have all the answers for Olivia.
We have always celebrated our daughters adoption with her from day one. We never wanted her to feel like it was a secret. Secrets breed shame and loss. There’s already loss with adoption, even in the best of circumstances. So we didn’t want her to “find out” and experience loss twice. If that makes any since…..💚 our daughters Gotcha Day is today actually!! She’s now 12.
Really there is no difference between our birth children & adopted children!! They have ALL been loaned to us by God to raise according to His Word! Be a Blessing to all your children! 💜
We adopted our daughter at 10 months from China. I always tell my daughter how much I love her biological family for choosing life! I pray and send positive thoughts to her bio family everyday ❤. My daughter turned 18 last month. I love your videos.
As an adoptive mother I can say that the first six months it felt more like I was babysitting. As time went on that feeling gradually changed. By the time she was two it felt like there was a never a time she wasn't ours.
I married my wife & adopted her son, still a baby. I felt SO LUCKY -and still do. His sister was born years later. I am always reminded of Joseph-I bet THAT was an adjustment. He was my model.
I am adopted. My story is mine to tell. People always want the story. I appreciate that you have held her story close to your chest … it’s so respectful to the birth family and Olivia. You guys are amazing!
The Sommer's household is filled with faith, love, warmth, compassion, care, emphaty, sweetness, nurturing...such a wonderful environment to grow up in!
Olivia was a God send, she is so much a part of yall. The kids took to her just like she had always been with you. Yall are wonderful and loving people. Thanks so much for sharing, we love you so much.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Olivia’s name needs to added to the sign in the background shot. 💝 We have foster to adopt grandbabies and it’s amazing how they steal our heart and we forget they are not blood related. We are so blessed that God opens our hearts like He does. Olivia is a blessed little girl and your family is just as blessed. Thank you for sharing and we love your videos. ❤
We adopted a daughter from Korea 38 years ago. We waited on her 9 months picked her up at the airport. From the minute I held her I was Mom. I already had a 6 year old son. She just had her second child and I came across the country to visit her. She has a 6 year old son and a newborn daughter. I wouldn't change a thing.
My husband and I adopted our daughter at three weeks old, 42 years ago. We were so thrilled to become parents after almost 10 years of marriage of unexplained infertility and so many disappointments. But I was surprised how long it took to bond with her and realize this was for real. I just kept thinking how easy it was to walk into the room and see her for the first time and how easy it was to just pick her up and take her home and she was ours. I had a fear for a few months that someone could just walk in our home, pick her up and take her away. Once she was legally ours that went away and I knew I was her mom forever.
Having a miscarriage three weeks before, it's a miracle that you adjusted the way you did. I went through a miscarriage and the hormones are definitely out there. The whole family has done a fabulous job. It's such a blessing that y'all found each other. 🙏💖🌈🌞
Such a blessing. We have 4 biological and 1 adopted through foster care as a newborn. We were literally called that day to pick him up from the hospital. He's such a blessing - God is so good. He is now 2. It took me a little while to adjust as his mom (I can totally relate to Jessica), it was much easier for my husband. Yes, EVERY child is a miracle and a blessing! Thank you for sharing ❤️
Being an adoptive dad for 35 years I agree bonding took some time, but in the end I see her as no different than a biological child. As a foreign adoption she blends in well with skin and eye color, so I agree when I look at her I see us in her. My advice is to get Olivia use to the word adoption as early as possible. We taught the word along with mom and dad even though she did not understand it. We were also very open about the adoption, so between teaching the word and being open about it there was no negative connotation around it. In turn this allowed her to be comfortable telling her story especially in elementary school and later in life. We also made it a practice to tell her early elementary school teachers, so they would be comfortable if and when the topic came. Her friends were comfortable knowing her story and treated her no different. My last piece of advice is be comfortable with your story so Olivia is comfortable with her story. It’s a beautiful thing!
It’s fun to see how much joy she brings to your family. Don’t forget about the pain the birth mom might be feeling though. My daughter @ 18 chose to put her baby up for adoption since she had been in a abusive relationship and to protect the baby from Her birth dad it was the best option. But my daughter cried for weeks from the emptiness she felt within, not being able to keep her baby. They have connected and my daughter went to her wedding 2 years ago. God worked everything out but people forget the sad side and just dwell on the happy side.
@@Getlostandwander I have been following this family for years. 4 I think!! I can guarantee you they love Olivia like their own, like her own. When they talk about adjusting, they have a lot of history you are missing. Jessica had difficult pregnancies. Bert and Jessica know their lives become "baby mode" when she is pregnant. She needs help at home. They have shared their story on previous vlogs. Olivia is no doubt loved in every single way by the whole Somers, Meyers, and extended family. They Love her!! They were talking about how they had to adjust. Having a newborn, even in perfect circumstances, is tough. There is a great deal of change that happens. I can guarantee you, they love Olivia with their whole Hearts!! Their 1st 3 are older. They are in school needing that kind of attention, guidance, care One is becoming a caregiver, a nurse, the other a competitive gymnast/a crafter, the other is just learning what he wants. to do. They all learn from each other. Each family member has duties, responsibilities, and they are all loved to!!. I implore you to search previous vlogs to understand. They are precious, God Loving, people!! They share their family!! Please be more supportive!! They are good people!! There is JOY in that house!! Because God is 1st in every aspect of the house!!
@@Getlostandwander Really? I think this has been quite the adjustment for everyone! Jessica had just miscarried and three weeks later Olivia was brought into their lives. They have had many adjustments to make. Give them time. They are very loving and God will see them through. Jessica being honest that she doesn’t instantly feel like her Mom I think for some would be normal. By the way no one is perfect except Jesus. We need to give people grace.
We were blessed to adopt our 2nd child/son when our first child was almost 9 and having tried for 7 years. When I first held him, he was a complete stranger to me- he didn’t look at all like my older son or any in our family. And he was so tiny too. I had also kind of guarded my heart in case his birth mom changed her mind- a friend had 3 failed placements. But by the time he was 6 months old and time came to finalize- the bond was there and so very strong. Fast forward 20 years and his wife gave birth to their first child- a son- and I looked at the precious face and finally saw “my baby” in him. It was so powerful. I actually gave birth to two daughters after our son- and I had a better frame of reference. Being pregnant - you know that baby before it’s born. You feel their movements and schedule. Being handed a baby- it’s like shell shock to the sleep and life schedule. Our son is 26 now and my only blue eyed child😊- so I get that part too. He’s known since he was four- and I’ve always tried to keep it an open conversation with us but outside of the family- that has been his to share or not share. He did go through a period of time where he struggled with abandonment issues and that was a rough time that we went to counseling with him for. He knew beyond a doubt he was in the family he belonged in and had been wanted and prayed for - for years, but it took time for him to move past his bio mom not keeping him. Honesty about all the love but don’t make it a point of frequent conversation. The more she feels the same- the better.
looking at that child you would not know that she was not your DNA but you would definitely be able to tell she was your child. I think you have a daddy's little girl coming on the way she smiled at Burt was priceless at the airport
We were matched with our birthmom about 2 months before birth. I had some time to mentally prepare, and my husband and I had time to adjust. That being said, we were in the room helping her when he was born. He was instantly mine. That boy has had my heart since before we he was born. Forever grateful she picked us and I was able to be his Mom.
I am a product of a complicated adoption. Subsequently, any discussion surrounding adoption was not allowed even to the end of my parents days. I am now a senior citizen still trying to process all this and so your discussion today has been extremely useful. It has given me a glimpse into my beginnings and my adoptive parents thoughts. Thank you ❤
Olivia will be embossed on you and all of you, so she will be a Somers, and more by everyday. She will have your gestures, your way of speaking and all those little subtle things and she will be one of the rocks that is the foundation of your family. She is precious and so are you all Somers!
Please don’t apologize for focusing more on yourself, your family & life ! We’re not going anywhere. We love you guys ! ♥️ No matter how long you take between videos or how “inconsistent “ they are. Do whatever you need to be happy and healthy ! 😊
Whenever someone is adopted, I don't think it's lucky, I think it's a Blessing. I'm not adopted but I would live to adopt one day and Be a blessing to a child.
Beautiful family. Don’t apologize for not putting out Vogds… You’re busy being mom and dad, husband, and wife, provider to your kids, teaching your kids, running your business,… We all understand. Blessings to each, and everyone of you, again beautiful family.
Just something to keep in mind that the adoptive child can feel super super sensitive about this subject and for some strange reason the mind plays tricks on you which means you hyper focus on the negatives mainly during the teenage years. Stuff like " I wasn't wanted, I wasn't instantly loved " The adoptive child never wants to be seen as " different" It's clear to see you guys are such an amazing loving family who will give this child all the love in the world .What I'm trying to say be cautious in sharing this little angels personal private information to us all. Our want to know is human nature but don't feel the need to fill it. Keep us hungry lot guessing. You guys are so loving!
She is grafted into your family tree just like God grafts us into his family when we excepy him as our Lord and heavenly Father. And like you said, Olivia looks like your family at times. When we are children of God, we start to reflect God as our father and look and act like him. She is a true blessing from God. It's so cool how you can see God's hand in every part... even little things that sometimes go unseen. Love hearing stories of how God is orchestrating lives of the ones he loves.
Love this video ♥️ We’ve adopted two children and have three biological children. I’ve always told them God brought some of you through my tummy and some through my heart but all of you are gifts from Him🙌🏼♥️🙌🏼 I’ve also had a few miscarriages and although it was extremely painful to go through, we saw Gods hand helping us through. Thank you so much for sharing!
Thank you for being so open and honest, that must make you feel vulnerable putting this out there! Adoption is hard, birthing a baby is hard, parenthood is hard and I appreciate your honesty.
evelyn, i am 73 years old n i want to give you advice---never give up, keep trying no matter what happens, never doubt that you can do whatever you want with your life, you can do it even when thigs go wrong or accidents happen so never ever give up. you got it, girl, you can do it, never give up n pray when you feel the need .
I love your honesty about everything. That's so rare these days. I'm pretty sure I'm not the only one who has wondered how it really feels to get a baby on the spur of the moment and have no real time to prepare or get used to the idea beforehand. You all have adapted well and have been super at handling all the challenges. God knew that your family needed Olivia and Olivia needed you! What a beautiful blessing!
You we’re definitely chosen to be Olivia‘s parents and God‘s plan for you was well in place before you even adopted a dog to prepare the family for the new arrival🙏. Thank you for allowing us as a community to be this intimate with your family in such a beautiful way that you present it!
Honesty and acceptance are, I think, the most important things. My parents bought me as a newborn. They never told me I'm mot biologically theirs. I was told at 21 and it hit me so hard. I got depressed for years. They never accepted who I am. My mom would constantly tell me I wasn't the little girl she wanted. I'm night and day different from everyone in my family so I never bonded with anyone. It was a very miserable anc lonely childhood. I'm still healing from it all. I'm so happy baby Livy will mot have that problem. You're family feels full of unconditional love. You're a beautiful family. May the Lord keep blessing you.
I absolutely love the transparency in this vlog! As an adoptee just please promise that you will tell her. I did not find out until I was 51. It was so hard this should never be kept as a secret. Olivia landed in a beautiful, loving home and I am so incredibly happy for your family. May you all be blessed as I am sure you are. Just so happy for all of you. This Beautiful baby hit the jackpot for sure best of luck to all of you.
Thought this was very special. Sorry for the sad news, but all those you lost were not lost. They are in God's arms waiting for us to get there. How special. Strange to happen in the middle of all your joy for Olivia. Good thing we didn't have to plan it. God can make a way. Your family is perfect for her. God has big things for you all.
Having a over night child is not an easy thing !!!! My wife & I have been thro that a few times with unfortunate events with some children.. I'm so glad the Court has gave you ALL rights !!! It's so hard to have a small child in your home 2/4 years & the Court says ol there mom & dad are clean and want there child back.. Not only dose that hurt everyone in your family but , the child has issues as the get older .. God bless you & all family involved.. Best of luck, you make great parents & leaders in the community.. God hand picked y'all for that child, that's a blessing in it self...
I had nine months exactly, and when we waited for the plane to arrive (she came from Korea) I felt like a mild form of labor pains in my stomach! It did take a few weeks to adjust to her. She ate raw rice from a tiny doll spoon, wore necklaces all the time around her neck. Things my bio kids wouldn’t have considered doing. I tried to treat her like my other kids so she felt she belonged. I was so proud to call her my daughter! I felt free to brag on her and her accomplishments, because it had nothing to do with my husband and I! People would say how beautiful she was, I never heard people say that about my bio children! It was hard for her looking different then us, but I hope all the positive words more than made up for it! My bio kids are more like their dad, (sports minded/farming interests)but my adopted daughter had more my interest (cooking, sowing, more interested in clothing styles.) She fit in to my side of the family more (city people) and gave their third son my maiden name for his middle name!
I think Great Grandma said to God "Audrey needs someone else to nurture, and their hearts need to heal." Olivia's story is hers. She should know it from a young age and long before it's shared with anyone else.
I love watching your family. I just noticed the family sign over your shoulder. It's beautiful but it needs updating! I Can't wait to see all the new adventures your family will be going through in 2023 and beyond. My mother was forced by her parents to give up her first child( a boy) in 1958 at the age of 17. I took a ancestry DNA test to see where our family was from and low and behold he found us. Mom never thought she would ever hear from him. He tracked down my aunt and she gave him our phone number. Mom got the call on mother's day 2018. She had to tell us kids(3) that we have an older brother( Ron) in Idaho. We are in New Hampshire. After many phone calls and shared videos we finally met face to face and endless hugs the following December. We are family in every sense of the word. He too is on our family tree along with his children and his grandson. Mom is 83 has 4 kids, 7 grandkids, 12 great grand kids and 1 great great grandchild. Our tree has sprouted new branches!!
Thanks Bert and Jessica for sharing with everyone about your adoption process. Your a blessing indeed. She's definitely very loved by her siblings ❤️ God loves you Jessica 💖 and he knows your heart for sure.
Thank you for the video. What a breath of fresh air to hear you both speak honestly. I can relate to what you say and feel , as others will, what you are feeling is perfectly normal and if you had sat there saying that everything was hunky dory then that would not have been how it is. Life is full of ups and downs and that is what it makes it all the richer. Bless you both.
My birth certificate (1959) has the county Medical Examiner as the doctor who delivered me (he didn't.) Always be honest with her about being adopted. Whenever I first asked (age 4-5,) my parents told me I grew in another woman's body. As I got older I heard that my birth mother couldn't care for me; she worked with a private adoption agency and specified that she wanted me to have parents of a particular religion. My mom grew into being a mom much as I grew into being a daughter; my parents brought me home at 2 months old, 1 day after arriving back from a vacation. Everything was already in place and ready, except my parents. Whether biological or adoptive, no first time parent is ready for bringing home baby. On a humorous not, my mother was a very sound sleeper. My father was a very light sleeper who wore ear plugs. For the first month, my dad didn't use his ear plugs at my mother's request. She knew he'd wake up when I cried even if she didn't immediately. She was attuned to my crying before the month was up.
Jessica, you look exhausted! Please remember to take care of yourself-you've had so much on your plate I don't know how you are even able to stand up!! Bless you and Bert's big hearts-you continue to thrive and make this world a better place. It's always a joy for me to see your videos!
Hello from Australia, I just wanted to thank you for opening up about your miscarriage. Having gone through several before being blessed with my daughter who is now 15, I truly feel it is important to to be open about these things. At the time I felt so isolated and alone, little did I know it is far more common than people think. I think it is important we talk more openly and support women to feel less alone. I truly believe all things happen for a reason and Olivia is a blessing who was meant to come to your family.
💖Listening to your circumstances that you've been through since August, and hearing your heart message, I believe EVERY step has been ordained by your heavenly Father. WOW, so moving.😢 So inspiring. Such love❣ Such a good, good Father, we serve. I'm sincerely sorry for your loss of another baby. I had five miscarriages and the sorrow and mourning the loss was intense and deep, and long lasting. Although I was never blessed with another child after the five losses, my heart has slowly mended. (There will always be an emptines that they were intended to fill, but God has filled me with His loving balm.) Now my thoughts are about my five babies (the first two a boy and a girl), are with the One who created them...and oh what love He has for them!! And I will be united with them someday, just as you will be with your babies. 💓In the meantime, I thank Jesus for the gift of life He has ordained and blessed you with...Olivia Somers, and three amazing, well adjusted, lovely, super-fantastic children. (Love your kids!!) THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS BEAUTIFUL CELEBRATION OF LIFE and your heart, the heartaches, and the joy. Much love to all of you dear ones. And may God bless you with His favor.
My husband adopted my daughter…But first we had to request that her biological fathers rights were abolished…. Long stressful process, but we would do it again tomorrow… When you put God first in your home it opens up all new possibilities… And yes we got a new birth certificate too….Crazy… I mean who knew…. Blessings to you and your sweet family ❤❤❤
What an emotional roller coaster. To have a miscarriage that you are grieving, while trying to process receiving a beautiful gift of a child in your family. It's hard to feel so many mixed emotions at the same time. You have a beautiful family.
From my view, I think you loved her from the minute you picked her up but let's face it, even if you didn't think about it your subconscious had to know that there was a possibility that something could go wrong... Not feeling like her mom before the final adoption makes perfect sense. She is blessed to have all of you.. ironically you all just sound like any parents hoping they are doing the best for their kids, you are doing great:) and yes , she is getting so big :)
✍ Hello Somers Family... So good to see you and spend some time with us. Life is chaotic in general at one time or another in all of our lives so we "Happy Peoples" understand and love you. Little Olivia does look like both of you. God always knows what we need.He performs Miracles and gives us Blessings if we pay attention and as you said there were many. Its very apparent the kids love Olivia and I love Jessica and Bert all the love and attention you give her and she knows you love her. Since not sure when you'll have another video I want to wish All of You "Happy Valentine's Day" 💌 God Bless LuvYa! Bye from Ohio
I'm a super planner ! I'm raising 3 grandchildren and with ea one, I literally had hours to prepare. It all works out !! but it's hard for us "planners"
Paraphrasing Barbara Walters "Some children are born in our bellies and others are born in our hearts." A child is a blessing no matter how they come to join your family. God knew you were the perfect family for Olivia, and she is the perfect baby to fill the spaces in your family's heart.
You guys are so amazing to open up and share with others about your true raw feelings. It struck home for me when Bert said it was a rollercoaster because I’m calling my second chance at life a rollercoaster because I was almost dead 6 weeks ago and got a liver transplant a month ago from an amazing selfless donor❤️. I’m on,y 42 years old and they have no idea why my liver failed but God has chose me to do more with my life and pay it forward so here I am. Love you guys!
My mom told me that when I was born she didn’t feel like a mom until I was 3/4months even though she was pregnant so I hope you don’t feel guilty for feeling the way you felt. Motherhood is complex. Kisses from France ❤️
We responded exactly the same way, we are the lucky ones. We had two court dates since we had a international adoption. My son, 21 is so like me in every way from looks to attitude. It’s scary.
It's a chemical thing. Oxytocin is the bonding hormone produced during labor and nursing and helps tighten the emotional connection with the baby. The journey to bonding in an adoption will follow a different path, but it doesn't mean she is any less loved.
Both of my children are adopted. They are grown now and both have relationships with their birthfathers, but not til they were grown. She came to you guys differently but she is now a Somers, you guys are a great family and she will do fine. 🥰
Jessica, the sign behind you guys when you are sitting at the table is missing Olivia’s name. I know things are still so new but just noticed it so thought I’d mention it.
@David Easton It will be 82 tomorrow. We have the best Governor. Sunshines most of the time . We have President Trump who lives here part Time. We have had some cool nights lately. My indoor plants love it Two are in bloom an my orchid is getting ready to bloom. It's been dry lately but the outside plants are thriving as well. Soon the snow birds(the people who live part time here) will be going back home. Where l live it's pretty quiet neighbor hood. Of course we have 3sheriffs who live on the street.
@David Easton lm seeing someone but lm divorced an staying that way. It was abusive mentally an he was a cheater. He died an God does work in mysterious ways.
My Uncle and Aunt adopted a son and had a biological daughter 2 years afterward. Their adopted son looked more like the family than their own biological child. I remember the fear of losing their child to the biological parent was my Uncle and Aunt worst fear. It happens with many couples. It's hard to bond when that fear looms. When everything was finalized, they both relaxed and just fully loved!! They loved that baby with all of their heart!! He is in his 40s now, he has his own child and happy. He knew when he was young that he was adopted. They chose to tell him. I think it's a personal choice. You know Olivia better than anyone. You will know the right time to let her know. She is your daughter in every way possible!! She is so loved!! THAT is what matters!! She is precious!! And she has adopted you too!! I can tell she is so happy!! She is home!! 💕❤
Kudos to your family. Way too many life changes this past year but good to look at the positive. Note to Evelynn..Gurl.. You are gonna go places. So much maturity in that wee lass! I am so glad all of Olivia's siblings are there for her!
Thank you for opening up about the loss. I do see your love and light in Livi. She has a great family to help raise her and love her! ❤️ God always does have a plan for sure.
You said it ... everything happens for a reason! Give it to God and everything will be the way it's supposed to be! Thanks for sharing! Great video guys!
She totally looks like you Momma! God knows just where she needed to be! I’m a mom of both adoptive, biological and have babies in Heaven. I always tell ALL my kids…God knows your beginning and your end, and he’s always known you would be our child. Always let her know from the beginning that she’s adopted. Don’t dwell on it, but take those opportunities when they come up. My love for all my kids are the same! For us, biological came at the end. Love your sweet family!
I am so happy that you have Olivia. At least you were not sick for this pregnancy. And in bed God knew Olivia needed you as her family. You're a great parents and she has great sisters and brother and everybody loves her she is a sweet little baby congratulations.
God gave you double for your beauty for your ashes! she is a cutie!! Year ago my cousin lost her son at 3 months old from a short illness. she did not think she would be able to have another one so they adopted a baby two years later she got pregnant with a baby boy. the children are grown the son they adopted is married with three girls. Praise God! he is so good!!
Ok so after your story ( so sorry for your loss) I absolutely know that Olivia was no coincidence that God's hand is all over this situation.God bless you all,you were given a gift! And I as well thought she looked just like her big sis Audrey! Have a good one Somers family your peace will come! Praise Him
I have 5 children from 5 different circumstances. Number 1 nephew whose mother was killed in a vehicle accident when he was 5 years old. We took guardianship and raised him. Number 2 infertility baby three years in the making Number 3 private adoption Number 4 pregnant at 42 years old “what do you mean!” Number 5 adoption of family member due to CPS intervention My children are spread out from 41 to 16. It’s been a spectacular ride I could not have ever planned for this and know God has been fully in control. I am BLESSED beyond words at each one of my children.
We have a blended family with 11 kids from 27 down to 1 year old. I gave birth to 5 kids, 4 step kids, and adopted our two youngest (from alaska). We talk about their adoptions as just part of life. And I see our adopted kids in all of our kids. I say they were supposed to be part of the family but came a different direction. My first adopted baby immediately felt like mine and the second took a few weeks and then felt like my own. Adoption is amazing.
I became a foster parent and was told to expect an older child. A couple of weeks after I got my foster license I got a phone call saying they had a baby that needed to be released from the NICU. She was a one-pounder at birth and was on oxygen and monitors. I had two days' notice and I didn't have hardly anything. I had also adopted my older daughter at almost four, so I had never been through the baby stage. Talk about a learning curve! But it's amazing how things change...sometimes I have to remind myself that I didn't give birth to her. Such a journey. I love following your journey as well!
Your family is so joyful, always uplifting to watch your videos. Thank you for sharing these extremely deep feelings you've lived through the past 8 months. You are ministering to others! 💕
I just lost my 2 Dearest Dog at the same time 😢 My Heart Totally Breaking 💔 I have cried everyday every hours , every corners in my home is the Remarkable memory and i know , it no way to comeback like the same ever but when i see you guy , i dont know , i feel my heart being Heal , thk so much for🥲 even though we aren't stay together now but someday i will join you in the Heaven , Pls God thake care of him and her for me 🥹🙏🏻❤️
It is wonderful to be able to follow your journey. It has been a blessing to watch how smoothly Olivia's transition into the Somers family has been. I pray God will continue to bless you all!
We adopted twins at the age of 3 months. I had never even changed a diaper. I actually went through postpartum depression. It was rough for a while. Now they are 28 and I have loved them for their whole lives and they have been my biggest blessing in life!
As a now 50 year old who was adopted at birth, and always known I was adopted, I want to validate your feelings. You should always remember Olivia’s birth family. They gave you the best gift ever! But fear not, YOU ARE HER PARENTS! You are the ones who love her daily. You are the ones who care for her. You are the ones who she will turn to to share her joys and fears. People have always told me that I look like my mom and my cousins. My mom and I just smile and say thank you, knowing all along that it’s our love that bonds us as family, not a shared DNA. Many people have heard that blood is thicker than water but love is thicker than blood.
❤ your story
Tell Olivia her story in an age appropriate way, as she grows up, don't hide that's she's adopted, she's definitely a blessing.
my exact words. she needs to know. I was adopted when I was 4 years old. Idk much about my birth parents. but I know my original Las name. but kept my first name and middle name. when Olivia grows up. she'll be asking some confusion and tough questions. be prepared for it. it's a okay to not have all the answers for Olivia.
Yes.
All she has to do is watch the blog
Must totally agree with this !!!
Important !!!!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
We have always celebrated our daughters adoption with her from day one. We never wanted her to feel like it was a secret. Secrets breed shame and loss. There’s already loss with adoption, even in the best of circumstances. So we didn’t want her to “find out” and experience loss twice. If that makes any since…..💚 our daughters Gotcha Day is today actually!! She’s now 12.
Really there is no difference between our birth children & adopted children!! They have ALL been loaned to us by God to raise according to His Word! Be a Blessing to all your children! 💜
Happy new week Merilyn , That’s so thoughtful of you, Thanks for your positive review,How are you and how’s the weather over there?
We adopted our daughter at 10 months from China. I always tell my daughter how much I love her biological family for choosing life! I pray and send positive thoughts to her bio family everyday ❤. My daughter turned 18 last month. I love your videos.
As an adoptive mother I can say that the first six months it felt more like I was babysitting. As time went on that feeling gradually changed. By the time she was two it felt like there was a never a time she wasn't ours.
I married my wife & adopted her son, still a baby. I felt SO LUCKY -and still do. His sister was born years later. I am always reminded of Joseph-I bet THAT was an adjustment. He was my model.
I am adopted. My story is mine to tell. People always want the story. I appreciate that you have held her story close to your chest … it’s so respectful to the birth family and Olivia. You guys are amazing!
Happy new week Susan , That’s so thoughtful of you, Thanks for your positive review,How are you and how’s the weather over there?
The Sommer's household is filled with faith, love, warmth, compassion, care, emphaty, sweetness, nurturing...such a wonderful environment to grow up in!
Olivia was a God send, she is so much a part of yall. The kids took to her just like she had always been with you. Yall are wonderful and loving people. Thanks so much for sharing, we love you so much.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Olivia’s name needs to added to the sign in the background shot. 💝
We have foster to adopt grandbabies and it’s amazing how they steal our heart and we forget they are not blood related. We are so blessed that God opens our hearts like He does. Olivia is a blessed little girl and your family is just as blessed. Thank you for sharing and we love your videos. ❤
I just noticed that also
I was reading that plaque and thought the same. Im sure at some point her name will be added, a lot of things are are more important for the moment. 💜
We adopted a daughter from Korea 38 years ago. We waited on her 9 months picked her up at the airport. From the minute I held her I was Mom. I already had a 6 year old son. She just had her second child and I came across the country to visit her. She has a 6 year old son and a newborn daughter. I wouldn't change a thing.
My husband and I adopted our daughter at three weeks old, 42 years ago. We were so thrilled to become parents after almost 10 years of marriage of unexplained infertility and so many disappointments. But I was surprised how long it took to bond with her and realize this was for real. I just kept thinking how easy it was to walk into the room and see her for the first time and how easy it was to just pick her up and take her home and she was ours. I had a fear for a few months that someone could just walk in our home, pick her up and take her away. Once she was legally ours that went away and I knew I was her mom forever.
Having a miscarriage three weeks before, it's a miracle that you adjusted the way you did. I went through a miscarriage and the hormones are definitely out there. The whole family has done a fabulous job. It's such a blessing that y'all found each other. 🙏💖🌈🌞
I am always so impressed by Miss Audrey's maturity at her age. She is certainly a tender soul.
Such a blessing. We have 4 biological and 1 adopted through foster care as a newborn. We were literally called that day to pick him up from the hospital. He's such a blessing - God is so good. He is now 2. It took me a little while to adjust as his mom (I can totally relate to Jessica), it was much easier for my husband. Yes, EVERY child is a miracle and a blessing! Thank you for sharing ❤️
Being an adoptive dad for 35 years I agree bonding took some time, but in the end I see her as no different than a biological child. As a foreign adoption she blends in well with skin and eye color, so I agree when I look at her I see us in her. My advice is to get Olivia use to the word adoption as early as possible. We taught the word along with mom and dad even though she did not understand it. We were also very open about the adoption, so between teaching the word and being open about it there was no negative connotation around it. In turn this allowed her to be comfortable telling her story especially in elementary school and later in life. We also made it a practice to tell her early elementary school teachers, so they would be comfortable if and when the topic came. Her friends were comfortable knowing her story and treated her no different. My last piece of advice is be comfortable with your story so Olivia is comfortable with her story. It’s a beautiful thing!
It’s fun to see how much joy she brings to your family. Don’t forget about the pain the birth mom might be feeling though. My daughter @ 18 chose to put her baby up for adoption since she had been in a abusive relationship and to protect the baby from
Her birth dad it was the best option. But my daughter cried for weeks from the emptiness she felt within, not being able to keep her baby. They have connected and my daughter went to her wedding 2 years ago. God worked everything out but people forget the sad side and just dwell on the happy side.
Really they are doing great
@@Getlostandwander your hurt is bleeding into other people and it doesn't look good. Remember your words do damage. Satan is using you for destruction
@@Getlostandwander you obviously aren’t watching the same videos as me-I see joy!
@@Getlostandwander I have been following this family for years. 4 I think!! I can guarantee you they love Olivia like their own, like her own.
When they talk about adjusting, they have a lot of history you are missing.
Jessica had difficult pregnancies.
Bert and Jessica know their lives become "baby mode" when she is pregnant. She needs help at home. They have shared their story on previous vlogs.
Olivia is no doubt loved in every single way by the whole Somers, Meyers, and extended family. They Love her!!
They were talking about how they had to adjust. Having a newborn, even in perfect circumstances, is tough. There is a great deal of change that happens.
I can guarantee you, they love Olivia with their whole Hearts!! Their 1st 3 are older. They are in school needing that kind of attention, guidance, care
One is becoming a caregiver, a nurse, the other a competitive gymnast/a crafter, the other is just learning what he wants. to do. They all learn from each other. Each family member has duties, responsibilities, and they are all loved to!!.
I implore you to search previous vlogs to understand.
They are precious, God Loving, people!! They share their family!!
Please be more supportive!!
They are good people!!
There is JOY in that house!! Because God is 1st in every aspect of the house!!
@@Getlostandwander Really? I think this has been quite the adjustment for everyone! Jessica had just miscarried and three weeks later Olivia was brought into their lives. They have had many adjustments to make. Give them time.
They are very loving and God will see them through.
Jessica being honest that she doesn’t instantly feel like her Mom I think for some would be normal.
By the way no one is perfect except Jesus.
We need to give people grace.
We were blessed to adopt our 2nd child/son when our first child was almost 9 and having tried for 7 years. When I first held him, he was a complete stranger to me- he didn’t look at all like my older son or any in our family. And he was so tiny too. I had also kind of guarded my heart in case his birth mom changed her mind- a friend had 3 failed placements. But by the time he was 6 months old and time came to finalize- the bond was there and so very strong. Fast forward 20 years and his wife gave birth to their first child- a son- and I looked at the precious face and finally saw “my baby” in him. It was so powerful. I actually gave birth to two daughters after our son- and I had a better frame of reference. Being pregnant - you know that baby before it’s born. You feel their movements and schedule. Being handed a baby- it’s like shell shock to the sleep and life schedule. Our son is 26 now and my only blue eyed child😊- so I get that part too. He’s known since he was four- and I’ve always tried to keep it an open conversation with us but outside of the family- that has been his to share or not share. He did go through a period of time where he struggled with abandonment issues and that was a rough time that we went to counseling with him for. He knew beyond a doubt he was in the family he belonged in and had been wanted and prayed for - for years, but it took time for him to move past his bio mom not keeping him. Honesty about all the love but don’t make it a point of frequent conversation. The more she feels the same- the better.
looking at that child you would not know that she was not your DNA but you would definitely be able to tell she was your child. I think you have a daddy's little girl coming on the way she smiled at Burt was priceless at the airport
We were matched with our birthmom about 2 months before birth. I had some time to mentally prepare, and my husband and I had time to adjust. That being said, we were in the room helping her when he was born. He was instantly mine. That boy has had my heart since before we he was born. Forever grateful she picked us and I was able to be his Mom.
Happy new week Brandette , That’s so thoughtful of you, Thanks for your positive review,How are you and how’s the weather over there?
I am a product of a complicated adoption. Subsequently, any discussion surrounding adoption was not allowed even to the end of my parents days. I am now a senior citizen still trying to process all this and so your discussion today has been extremely useful. It has given me a glimpse into my beginnings and my adoptive parents thoughts. Thank you ❤
Olivia will be embossed on you and all of you, so she will be a Somers, and more by everyday. She will have your gestures, your way of speaking and all those little subtle things and she will be one of the rocks that is the foundation of your family. She is precious and so are you all Somers!
Olivia is one very blessed little girl with all of you her family
Please don’t apologize for focusing more on yourself, your family & life ! We’re not going anywhere. We love you guys ! ♥️ No matter how long you take between videos or how “inconsistent “ they are. Do whatever you need to be happy and healthy ! 😊
My Father raised us to beleive, "A child never asks to be born, but they deserve to be loved."
I'm so sorry to hear you lost a baby. God is always working in our lives and watching this in your family is amazing.
Whenever someone is adopted, I don't think it's lucky, I think it's a Blessing. I'm not adopted but I would live to adopt one day and Be a blessing to a child.
Beautiful family. Don’t apologize for not putting out Vogds… You’re busy being mom and dad, husband, and wife, provider to your kids, teaching your kids, running your business,… We all understand. Blessings to each, and everyone of you, again beautiful family.
Olivia has now got the best life possible, with the kindest most caring parents. You guys are amazing.
Just something to keep in mind that the adoptive child can feel super super sensitive about this subject and for some strange reason the mind plays tricks on you which means you hyper focus on the negatives mainly during the teenage years. Stuff like " I wasn't wanted, I wasn't instantly loved " The adoptive child never wants to be seen as " different" It's clear to see you guys are such an amazing loving family who will give this child all the love in the world .What I'm trying to say be cautious in sharing this little angels personal private information to us all. Our want to know is human nature but don't feel the need to fill it. Keep us hungry lot guessing. You guys are so loving!
She is grafted into your family tree just like God grafts us into his family when we excepy him as our Lord and heavenly Father. And like you said, Olivia looks like your family at times. When we are children of God, we start to reflect God as our father and look and act like him. She is a true blessing from God. It's so cool how you can see God's hand in every part... even little things that sometimes go unseen. Love hearing stories of how God is orchestrating lives of the ones he loves.
'Motherhood' didn't come to me instantly, and I gave birth to him! It had to grow.
Love this video ♥️ We’ve adopted two children and have three biological children. I’ve always told them God brought some of you through my tummy and some through my heart but all of you are gifts from Him🙌🏼♥️🙌🏼 I’ve also had a few miscarriages and although it was extremely painful to go through, we saw Gods hand helping us through. Thank you so much for sharing!
Thank you for being so open and honest, that must make you feel vulnerable putting this out there! Adoption is hard, birthing a baby is hard, parenthood is hard and I appreciate your honesty.
evelyn, i am 73 years old n i want to give you advice---never give up, keep trying no matter what happens, never doubt that you can do whatever you want with your life, you can do it even when thigs go wrong or accidents happen so never ever give up. you got it, girl, you can do it, never give up n pray when you feel the need .
I had my first miscarriage in December and felt so alone. Thank you for talking about it!
So happy for you all! What a blessing Olivia is.
I love your honesty about everything. That's so rare these days. I'm pretty sure I'm not the only one who has wondered how it really feels to get a baby on the spur of the moment and have no real time to prepare or get used to the idea beforehand. You all have adapted well and have been super at handling all the challenges. God knew that your family needed Olivia and Olivia needed you! What a beautiful blessing!
Thank you for being so honest with your story but also respecting your families privacy and not oversharing. You guys are such a great family ❤️
You we’re definitely chosen to be Olivia‘s parents and God‘s plan for you was well in place before you even adopted a dog to prepare the family for the new arrival🙏. Thank you for allowing us as a community to be this intimate with your family in such a beautiful way that you present it!
Honesty and acceptance are, I think, the most important things. My parents bought me as a newborn. They never told me I'm mot biologically theirs. I was told at 21 and it hit me so hard. I got depressed for years. They never accepted who I am. My mom would constantly tell me I wasn't the little girl she wanted. I'm night and day different from everyone in my family so I never bonded with anyone. It was a very miserable anc lonely childhood. I'm still healing from it all. I'm so happy baby Livy will mot have that problem. You're family feels full of unconditional love. You're a beautiful family. May the Lord keep blessing you.
I absolutely love the transparency in this vlog! As an adoptee just please promise that you will tell her. I did not find out until I was 51. It was so hard this should never be kept as a secret. Olivia landed in a beautiful, loving home and I am so incredibly happy for your family. May you all be blessed as I am sure you are. Just so happy for all of you. This Beautiful baby hit the jackpot for sure best of luck to all of you.
Thought this was very special. Sorry for the sad news, but all those you lost were not lost. They are in God's arms waiting for us to get there. How special. Strange to happen in the middle of all your joy for Olivia. Good thing we didn't have to plan it. God can make a way. Your family is perfect for her. God has big things for you all.
Having a over night child is not an easy thing !!!!
My wife & I have been thro that a few times with unfortunate events with some children..
I'm so glad the Court has gave you ALL rights !!!
It's so hard to have a small child in your home 2/4 years & the Court says ol there mom & dad are clean and want there child back..
Not only dose that hurt everyone in your family but , the child has issues as the get older ..
God bless you & all family involved..
Best of luck, you make great parents & leaders in the community..
God hand picked y'all for that child, that's a blessing in it self...
I had nine months exactly, and when we waited for the plane to arrive (she came from Korea) I felt like a mild form of labor pains in my stomach! It did take a few weeks to adjust to her. She ate raw rice from a tiny doll spoon, wore necklaces all the time around her neck. Things my bio kids wouldn’t have considered doing. I tried to treat her like my other kids so she felt she belonged. I was so proud to call her my daughter! I felt free to brag on her and her accomplishments, because it had nothing to do with my husband and I! People would say how beautiful she was, I never heard people say that about my bio children! It was hard for her looking different then us, but I hope all the positive words more than made up for it! My bio kids are more like their dad, (sports minded/farming interests)but my adopted daughter had more my interest (cooking, sowing, more interested in clothing styles.) She fit in to my side of the family more (city people) and gave their third son my maiden name for his middle name!
I think Great Grandma said to God "Audrey needs someone else to nurture, and their hearts need to heal." Olivia's story is hers. She should know it from a young age and long before it's shared with anyone else.
God goes before use and prepares the way. I love watching him work! Just experienced that again in my life this week.
I love watching your family. I just noticed the family sign over your shoulder. It's beautiful but it needs updating! I Can't wait to see all the new adventures your family will be going through in 2023 and beyond. My mother was forced by her parents to give up her first child( a boy) in 1958 at the age of 17. I took a ancestry DNA test to see where our family was from and low and behold he found us. Mom never thought she would ever hear from him. He tracked down my aunt and she gave him our phone number. Mom got the call on mother's day 2018. She had to tell us kids(3) that we have an older brother( Ron) in Idaho. We are in New Hampshire. After many phone calls and shared videos we finally met face to face and endless hugs the following December. We are family in every sense of the word. He too is on our family tree along with his children and his grandson. Mom is 83 has 4 kids, 7 grandkids, 12 great grand kids and 1 great great grandchild. Our tree has sprouted new branches!!
Thanks Bert and Jessica for sharing with everyone about your adoption process. Your a blessing indeed. She's definitely very loved by her siblings ❤️ God loves you Jessica 💖 and he knows your heart for sure.
Thank you for the video. What a breath of fresh air to hear you both speak honestly. I can relate to what you say and feel , as others will, what you are feeling is perfectly normal and if you had sat there saying that everything was hunky dory then that would not have been how it is. Life is full of ups and downs and that is what it makes it all the richer. Bless you both.
My birth certificate (1959) has the county Medical Examiner as the doctor who delivered me (he didn't.)
Always be honest with her about being adopted. Whenever I first asked (age 4-5,) my parents told me I grew in another woman's body. As I got older I heard that my birth mother couldn't care for me; she worked with a private adoption agency and specified that she wanted me to have parents of a particular religion.
My mom grew into being a mom much as I grew into being a daughter; my parents brought me home at 2 months old, 1 day after arriving back from a vacation. Everything was already in place and ready, except my parents. Whether biological or adoptive, no first time parent is ready for bringing home baby.
On a humorous not, my mother was a very sound sleeper. My father was a very light sleeper who wore ear plugs. For the first month, my dad didn't use his ear plugs at my mother's request. She knew he'd wake up when I cried even if she didn't immediately. She was attuned to my crying before the month was up.
Audrey is such a beautiful kind hearted loving girl. ❤ Don't ever change.
I literally teared up at her response. She is one of a kind!
Yes she is what I see is more time and money is spent with Evelyn Maybe Audrey and Garrett Don want on the vlogg as much
Olivia is the spitting image of you Jessica, it’s wonderful to see how well she settled into the family ❤❤❤
Jessica, you look exhausted! Please remember to take care of yourself-you've had so much on your plate I don't know how you are even able to stand up!! Bless you and Bert's big hearts-you continue to thrive and make this world a better place. It's always a joy for me to see your videos!
She didn’t grow under your heart. She grew inside your heart. ❤
That is so true.
Hello from Australia, I just wanted to thank you for opening up about your miscarriage. Having gone through several before being blessed with my daughter who is now 15, I truly feel it is important to to be open about these things. At the time I felt so isolated and alone, little did I know it is far more common than people think. I think it is important we talk more openly and support women to feel less alone. I truly believe all things happen for a reason and Olivia is a blessing who was meant to come to your family.
💖Listening to your circumstances that you've been through since August, and hearing your heart message, I believe EVERY step has been ordained by your heavenly Father.
WOW, so moving.😢 So inspiring. Such love❣ Such a good, good Father, we serve.
I'm sincerely sorry for your loss of another baby. I had five miscarriages and the sorrow and mourning the loss was intense and deep, and long lasting. Although I was never blessed with another child after the five losses, my heart has slowly mended. (There will always be an emptines that they were intended to fill, but God has filled me with His loving balm.) Now my thoughts are about my five babies (the first two a boy and a girl), are with the One who created them...and oh what love He has for them!! And I will be united with them someday, just as you will be with your babies.
💓In the meantime, I thank Jesus for the gift of life He has ordained and blessed you with...Olivia Somers, and three amazing, well adjusted, lovely, super-fantastic children. (Love your kids!!)
THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS BEAUTIFUL CELEBRATION OF LIFE and your heart, the heartaches, and the joy.
Much love to all of you dear ones.
And may God bless you with His favor.
Beautiful, kind, uplifting words in the mystery of life. God Bless you.❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏
My husband adopted my daughter…But first we
had to request that her biological fathers rights were abolished….
Long stressful process, but we would do it again tomorrow…
When you put God first in your home it opens up all new possibilities…
And yes we got a new birth certificate too….Crazy…
I mean who knew….
Blessings to you and your sweet family ❤❤❤
Yes God said " This loving woman, is the best mom for Olivia. " " He looked back and forth and realized that, you all complete her life."
You need to show us when you start feeding her they are so cute trying to figure it out. She is just so beautiful and blessed. Love 💕 y’all!
I don’t know how to use nicegram in trying to get it I lost my Facebook account. Love 💕 y’all
What an emotional roller coaster. To have a miscarriage that you are grieving, while trying to process receiving a beautiful gift of a child in your family. It's hard to feel so many mixed emotions at the same time. You have a beautiful family.
Olivia was meant to be yours! God works wonders everyday. And she does look like a Somers! ❤🙏🙏
From my view, I think you loved her from the minute you picked her up but let's face it, even if you didn't think about it your subconscious had to know that there was a possibility that something could go wrong... Not feeling like her mom before the final adoption makes perfect sense. She is blessed to have all of you.. ironically you all just sound like any parents hoping they are doing the best for their kids, you are doing great:) and yes , she is getting so big :)
Olivia is so cute and fits so very well in your family. She looks so much like Audrey 😍😍😍🥰
✍ Hello Somers Family... So good to see you and spend some time with us. Life is chaotic in general at one time or another in all of our lives so we "Happy Peoples" understand and love you. Little Olivia does look like both of you. God always knows what we need.He performs Miracles and gives us Blessings if we pay attention and as you said there were many. Its very apparent the kids love Olivia and I love Jessica and Bert all the love and attention you give her and she knows you love her. Since not sure when you'll have another video I want to wish All of You "Happy Valentine's Day" 💌 God Bless LuvYa! Bye from Ohio
I'm a super planner !
I'm raising 3 grandchildren and with ea one, I literally had hours to prepare.
It all works out !! but it's hard for us "planners"
Jessica, my lord, I was actually going to say she looks like you, it so amazing & I also see your oldest daughter in her ❤️🙏
Paraphrasing Barbara Walters "Some children are born in our bellies and others are born in our hearts." A child is a blessing no matter how they come to join your family. God knew you were the perfect family for Olivia, and she is the perfect baby to fill the spaces in your family's heart.
You guys are so amazing to open up and share with others about your true raw feelings. It struck home for me when Bert said it was a rollercoaster because I’m calling my second chance at life a rollercoaster because I was almost dead 6 weeks ago and got a liver transplant a month ago from an amazing selfless donor❤️. I’m on,y 42 years old and they have no idea why my liver failed but God has chose me to do more with my life and pay it forward so here I am. Love you guys!
My mom told me that when I was born she didn’t feel like a mom until I was 3/4months even though she was pregnant so I hope you don’t feel guilty for feeling the way you felt. Motherhood is complex. Kisses from France ❤️
We responded exactly the same way, we are the lucky ones. We had two court dates since we had a international adoption. My son, 21 is so like me in every way from looks to attitude. It’s scary.
Olivia is such a precious little girl. She is definitely going to be loved. 🥰
It's a chemical thing. Oxytocin is the bonding hormone produced during labor and nursing and helps tighten the emotional connection with the baby. The journey to bonding in an adoption will follow a different path, but it doesn't mean she is any less loved.
Both of my children are adopted. They are grown now and both have relationships with their birthfathers, but not til they were grown. She came to you guys differently but she is now a Somers, you guys are a great family and she will do fine. 🥰
Jessica, the sign behind you guys when you are sitting at the table is missing Olivia’s name. I know things are still so new but just noticed it so thought I’d mention it.
Olivia has gotten so long . She's growing fast with all the love she's getting. She got a great family. God does work in mysterious ways.
@David Easton born in Ohio lived in N.J. now live in Sunny Florida for the last 35 yrs
@David Easton It will be 82 tomorrow. We have the best Governor. Sunshines most of the time . We have President Trump who lives here part Time. We have had some cool nights lately. My indoor plants love it Two are in bloom an my orchid is getting ready to bloom. It's been dry lately but the outside plants are thriving as well. Soon the snow birds(the people who live part time here) will be going back home. Where l live it's pretty quiet neighbor hood. Of course we have 3sheriffs who live on the street.
@David Easton lm seeing someone but lm divorced an staying that way. It was abusive mentally an he was a cheater. He died an God does work in mysterious ways.
Evelynn you got this! So proud of you for pushing through your fear.
My Uncle and Aunt adopted a son and had a biological daughter 2 years afterward. Their adopted son looked more like the family than their own biological child.
I remember the fear of losing their child to the biological parent was my Uncle and Aunt worst fear. It happens with many couples. It's hard to bond when that fear looms. When everything was finalized, they both relaxed and just fully loved!! They loved that baby with all of their heart!! He is in his 40s now, he has his own child and happy. He knew when he was young that he was adopted.
They chose to tell him.
I think it's a personal choice. You know Olivia better than anyone. You will know the right time to let her know.
She is your daughter in every way possible!! She is so loved!!
THAT is what matters!!
She is precious!! And she has adopted you too!! I can tell she is so happy!! She is home!! 💕❤
Happy new week , That’s so thoughtful of you, Thanks for your positive review,How are you and how’s the weather over there?
Kudos to your family. Way too many life changes this past year but good to look at the positive. Note to Evelynn..Gurl.. You are gonna go places. So much maturity in that wee lass! I am so glad all of Olivia's siblings are there for her!
You are the best parents and so blessed. God works in mysterious ways.
Thank you for opening up about the loss. I do see your love and light in Livi. She has a great family to help raise her and love her! ❤️ God always does have a plan for sure.
Happy new week Melissa , That’s so thoughtful of you, Thanks for your positive review,How are you and how’s the weather over there?
You said it ... everything happens for a reason! Give it to God and everything will be the way it's supposed to be! Thanks for sharing! Great video guys!
Don't worry about your schedule. Your vlog is just a part of your life. It is NOT your life. Concentrate on your life and family. Love.
She totally looks like you Momma! God knows just where she needed to be! I’m a mom of both adoptive, biological and have babies in Heaven. I always tell ALL my kids…God knows your beginning and your end, and he’s always known you would be our child. Always let her know from the beginning that she’s adopted. Don’t dwell on it, but take those opportunities when they come up. My love for all my kids are the same! For us, biological came at the end. Love your sweet family!
I am so happy that you have Olivia. At least you were not sick for this pregnancy. And in bed God knew Olivia needed you as her family. You're a great parents and she has great sisters and brother and everybody loves her she is a sweet little baby congratulations.
HELLO FAMILY!! Sending all the love from Wasilla Alaska. Have a blessed weekend 🙏 .
God gave you double for your beauty for your ashes! she is a cutie!! Year ago my cousin lost her son at 3 months old from a short illness. she did not think she would be able to have another one so they adopted a baby two years later she got pregnant with a baby boy. the children are grown the son they adopted is married with three girls. Praise God! he is so good!!
Ok so after your story ( so sorry for your loss) I absolutely know that Olivia was no coincidence that God's hand is all over this situation.God bless you all,you were given a gift! And I as well thought she looked just like her big sis Audrey! Have a good one Somers family your peace will come! Praise Him
Ever since you got Olivia I have thought she looked like you, Jessica. Now after hearing more, I think she was always meant to be yours!
I have 5 children from 5 different circumstances.
Number 1 nephew whose mother was killed in a vehicle accident when he was 5 years old. We took guardianship and raised him.
Number 2 infertility baby three years in the making
Number 3 private adoption
Number 4 pregnant at 42 years old “what do you mean!”
Number 5 adoption of family member due to CPS intervention
My children are spread out from 41 to 16. It’s been a spectacular ride I could not have ever planned for this and know God has been fully in control.
I am BLESSED beyond words at each one of my children.
We have a blended family with 11 kids from 27 down to 1 year old. I gave birth to 5 kids, 4 step kids, and adopted our two youngest (from alaska). We talk about their adoptions as just part of life. And I see our adopted kids in all of our kids. I say they were supposed to be part of the family but came a different direction. My first adopted baby immediately felt like mine and the second took a few weeks and then felt like my own. Adoption is amazing.
Such wonderful parents. I am so happy for your sweet family, Olivia is so precious! How blessed you all are to be held in our Father’s hand.
I became a foster parent and was told to expect an older child. A couple of weeks after I got my foster license I got a phone call saying they had a baby that needed to be released from the NICU. She was a one-pounder at birth and was on oxygen and monitors. I had two days' notice and I didn't have hardly anything. I had also adopted my older daughter at almost four, so I had never been through the baby stage. Talk about a learning curve! But it's amazing how things change...sometimes I have to remind myself that I didn't give birth to her. Such a journey. I love following your journey as well!
Your family is just beautiful and I love how close you all are. Thank you for letting us all be a part of it.
Your family is so joyful, always uplifting to watch your videos. Thank you for sharing these extremely deep feelings you've lived through the past 8 months. You are ministering to others! 💕
I seriously see you guys in Olivia too! So crazy. Just the whole story is such a blessing. God is good.
Loved your chat this morning. All your children are beautiful & so special💙
Thank you for sharing .
I just lost my 2 Dearest Dog at the same time 😢 My Heart Totally Breaking 💔
I have cried everyday every hours , every corners in my home is the Remarkable memory and i know , it no way to comeback like the same ever
but when i see you guy , i dont know , i feel my heart being Heal , thk so much for🥲
even though we aren't stay together now but someday i will join you in the Heaven , Pls God thake care of him and her for me 🥹🙏🏻❤️
Wow thank you for opening up and sharing ❤you are amazing parents bless you all xx
It is wonderful to be able to follow your journey. It has been a blessing to watch how smoothly Olivia's transition into the Somers family has been. I pray God will continue to bless you all!