Last night, I decided to reread “a shepherd looks at PSALM 23,” by Phillip Keller from an adoptive parent of traumatized children perspective. Funny, how each time we read a story we pick up something new, depending on where we are in life. I’d like to share an excerpt with you that reminded me of the dynamics in my family, particularly of my adopted children who were previously traumatized.

In chapter three, the shepherd is explaining the strange behavior of his flock. This chapter is based on part of verse two, “He maketh me to lie down in green pastures…”... more

Christian Homes And Special Kids (CHASK) is a non-profit organization that serves as a contact point for those pregnant with a child with medical challenges, for (birth) mothers with special needs, or for families whose baby is born with a challenge that prevents the birth family from parenting the child.

A friend of a friend alerted me that the CHASK process works as follows:

Someone contacts CHASK and asks for help. CHASK broadcasts the need in the geographical area first in hopes... more

I'm recovering from Turkey Day and a busy weekend of visiting relatives, so I'll keep it short and sweet.

Today on my Exploring Adoption blog, I introduce readers to four Christian resources for parenting children with Down syndrome.

I'll be reviewing these books at a later date, but wanted to point you to them now.