Reunion: A Mother & A Daughter After 24yrs
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- čas přidán 29. 11. 2014
- One search over the internet reunited a mother with the daughter she put up for adoption 24yrs prior. The learning Channel told the story in a program called 'Reunion'. It aired November 4th, 1998.
as happy as I am with this reunion.. its not always this wonderful. My birth father was wonderful reconnecting with, but some of his children still doubt. & because of his age,, they pretty much control things.. It's ok, I got the best hug ever from my 'daddy' at the ripe age of 54.
Well, I understand. This all came about because I found my dad a few months earlier. He was nearly 60. I got to spend 10yrs getting to know him, his family and he spending time with his grandkids. Whom will never know he was missing in their lives. Though he may not have been in my life, he was in theirs. The day of his funeral his son said to me he wished he had know about me when he was younger. To be able to have an older brother. I had to to remind him of the successes and memories in his life. Had we been together, some of them may not have come to pass. I felt I have been blessed through the good and the bad. We are who we are today because of what we lived through in our lives. I can honestly say I would change a thing. Pray for ya and wish ya the very best.
Very moving and uplifting. What's best about this film is hearing directly from you, your mother and your sister. Thank you.
What a BEAUTIFUL story! There is so much love in it that it really brings up a lot of emotion for me. You are all very blessed! I am close to the same age as Jennifer, and my name is Jennifer too. I went by Jenni when I was younger and some of my family still calls me that. I lived in Cali during the early/mid 80s, in Ventura county. I wish my birth mom had given me up for adoption. She was only 14 when she had me. I am sure I could have had a much better life. Your mom made the right choice.
Wonderful story,
Thanks for sharing.
This is a beautiful story. I always get the feels for the adoptive parents as well, who took the baby in and loved that child as their own. How do they feel? I would feel happy for my child but a little left out, in a secret way... If you know what I mean.
wonderful amazing story.....
family are foundation of society....may they find peace in God
So funny how her voice and mannerisms and personality seem so similar to her mom, so weird the things you wouldn't think are genetic that are. Great story, seem like all very nice people.
The baby pictures of her looked 100% like my sister and me when we were that age
Congratulations on reuniting. :)
+Megan DePerro Where there is a will there is a way. One must not give up.
Paul Garcia I found her, but the stress level she's put me under is so immense right now. I know it's because she's afraid but she's asked me not to talk to my cousin and my uncle who already know about me and I don't think that is fair or right. So I am praying she stops being so afraid and learns everything will turn out alright. God gave her a second chance to get to know me.
Your faith is 100% correct. God has a purpose for everything. Your respect for her wish might be a good thing. Then there is the other side of the coin, curiosity. I believe that there are secrets in my family, come I my never know. Some have probably went to the gave with many. I still wonder and I will continue to research for answers. Continue your faith, but continue to search.
My name is Megan, and all you need to know about me is that my biological family treats me like crap and would rather pretend I don't exist to maintain a good image of themselves. They refuse to even say hello, and biological mother refuses to communicate anymore because I am "such a terrible person" for telling a few adult family members that I exist and she was given time to tell because it's not very nice being someone's dirty secret. Cousins, sisters, uncles won't even say a simple and kind hello because they're told it's disrespectful if they act like I exist. I have tried nothing but positive energy, kindness, and love towards them, and being loving but honest about my feelings, but it has been all in vain. I have tried to be helpful too. I will not lower myself to their standards (what standards?) by giving away their names. However, I will let the world know if someone treats you badly, even if it's your own family, the best thing you can do is stay the awesome, loving and kind person. My family had a chance in meeting a very altruistic, kind, and hilarious person their unintelligent loss. I was even going to dedicate my novel to them, but that wouldn't be worth it. Never think for a moment just because you're unloved by say your own mom or dad (or even find out your spouse of 20 years doesn't love you) that you don't walk this world with a purpose. Keep your heads high. I do have some cousins who are kind to me and I value them more than gold.
Thank you for sharing. You are correct. Not all stories are perfect. We have our difficulties and don't see each other as much as I'd like, but we are in contact with one another. I admire your strength and out look on your situation. As my story may inspire someone, yours also will be understood by others who can relate. If you and I don't put it out there and share them, there will be individuals who will always feel alone, with no answers or reasons why. I appreciate your post.
Is there an updaye to this story , this was so sweet to watch
+Erica Herrera No vid. We are all still in contact. Andrea is now out of high school, Jen has another little girl and mom and her talk a lot more now. Thank you.
Awe thats so good to hear im glad 😊 thanks for sharing !
how can I get help to find our 2 oldest sister she was taken from my mom in manati PR in 1962???? mom call her lucy.
My search began with starting a family tree. Sometimes going up a tree you will find a branch that will bring you close to your answers. God has a plan, time will tell. Hang in there. Thank you for sharing. E-mail me (ptgarcia68@gmail.com) and I will se what I can do for you.
Are you still in contact with her?
+WibbyLou I am. Don't we all wish we could be closer though? She lives in another town within the same state.