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A LETTER FROM AUSTIN'S BIRTHMOTHER:

There are so many great things I could say about Lenora and Artie. They are the most unselfish, kind and caring people that I have met in a long time. I am the birthmother of Austin. I could not have found better people to take care of him. They are truly amazing people and very respectful. Our connections are so strong. I felt very comfortable talking with them and meeting them. At first you feel very nervous and so are they trust me but, they would never push anything on you or make you feel like you have to pick them. I was nervous to send my first e-mail or to call them because I did not know what they would think of me or how they would react. Though they were just as nervous as I was. The more we talked and shared our personal stories the more we bonded and connected. I know I can always talk to Lenora about anything. She is very understanding. I chose them because they made me feel like my child was going to be very supported and safe. Lenora and Artie have so much support from their family and friends. A baby would always be loved and never forgot. Lenora was with me in the delivery room and I really felt connected at that point. Her face was filled with amazement. I'll never forget that day. Seeing Lenora and Artie holding Austin was a little hard at first but, I knew they loved him from the moment he was born. I will never regret a thing and I know Austin will respect me for this. Lenora and Artie have done so much. Do not be afraid to talk to them, I trust them very much. At first I was scared and very nervous and might I add young but, I knew in my heart it was the best thing for him, myself as well as Lenora and Artie. They have a child who lights up their eyes. He is everything to them. Believe me when I say they are wonderful people. We have shared both tears and laughter. I will never say that I made a mistake when I chose them. It was just a perfect match and I am their angel. They are so anxious to have a sibling for Austin. I would also love for him to have a little brother or sister. You could be their next miracle.

Birthmother
By Leslie Gallimore of Charlotte Pregnancy Center


B is for the bravery of putting your child first
I is for the interest you have in your child
R is for remaining true to what you believed best
T is for the tears you shed
H is for the hours you spend pondering adoption
M is for the months you were pregnant
O is for the overwhelming and mixed emotions
T is for the terrific woman you are
H is for the honor you deserve
E is for the experience of labor
R is for the reward of choosing life

It has been a while since my last entry. I have been busy being a mom! Austin is soooo much fun and I love to spend all of my time with him. He is truly our miracle and we hope that you will bless him with a sibling. You should be proud of yourself for making such a loving choice. We love being parents and can not wait for our second miracle baby!!!

On Thanksgiving we will be very thankful for loving birthparents who make the dreams of parenting come true. Our hearts are open and we are eagerly awaiting your call. The call that will make our dream come true!

Artie and I just returned from our vacation in California. The two of us went out with my brother and his family. We watched my niece play in a softball tournamet, went to the beach and to Disney. Everyone had a blast!! We are praying to hear from you soon.

We have been having a big heat wave. Therefore, we have been getting a lot of use out of the pool! Our niece and nephew have been down a lot to swim and of course we love having them!! The two of us are staying hopeful that we will soon have a baby!! Everyone around us has been having success and we must be next. We have waited sooooo long to be parents.

Whatever circumstances has brought you to this journey, please know that everything happens for a reason. You would be the answer to our prayers. A baby can not come into our lives soon enough! The wait is so difficult. You could be our angel.

Thank you for choosing the gift of life! You are very brave and corageous. The two of us hope that our home will be filled with the love of a baby very soon. A minute does not pass in the day without us wondering when we will have our family. I look forward to having sleepless nights and changing a lot of dirty diapers!

We know in our hearts that very soon we will help each other. You will be giving us the greatest gift of all, a child to love forever. Adoption is a choice made out of love and that love would continue if you choose us. The two of us and all of our family will love your child endlessly. Our hearts and home are ready!

From Lenora's Mom and Hopefully soon to be your "Mema"

I don't really know how to start this journal entry - there is so much in my heart that I want to say. First and foremost I want to thank you for making my daughter and son-in-law Arties dream come true!!! They have been waiting for this day for such a long time! The anguish and pain they have both gone through has been heartwrenching for both of our families. They are both kind,loving,considerate people who want to fulfill their lives by having a family of their own. They both always put other peoples desires ahead of theirs and are always willing to help all of us with anything we need.
I pray every single night that their dream is fulfilled one day very,very,very soon.
They both participate in the lives of their family and friends and love dearly all the children involved.They are both very responsible individuals with everything they do. I wish with ALL my HEART that I could make their dreams come true immediately - but that is in Gods hands and in your heart to take care of this for me. PLEASE - if you are reading this - you could help each other. You would always be able to know that this child would always be loved and taken very good care of - in every aspect of their life by these two people and by both of their families.We all look forward to adding a family member. I know this is not an easy decision for you - my heart goes out to you as well as Lenora and Artie- but rest assured this baby will definitely have plenty of love from all of our families and friends.
All my Love Always and Forever Mom - "Mema"

The following is a poem that I found by Karen Ledbetter. It is really beautiful.

I knew of you before your birth,
I loved you before we even met.
I prayed for you day and night,
Thankful your birthmother had chosen life.

The waiting was so anxious and hard,
You already held a place in my heart.
Weeks went by, and sometimes I cried.
Finally one day came a call with good news.

Tears of joy fell on my cheek
the first time I held you,
Precious Baby, so tiny and sweet.
I'm thankful your birthmother had chosen life.

Rocking and singing sweet lullabies,
You've brought much joy to so many lives.
I'll love you forever, sweet little one.
Memories to treasure, a new life begun.

Adoption is a choice made out of love. We greatly admire you. Hope to hear from you soon.

Thank you for giving us the chance to make our most precious dream come true. We can not fulfill our dream of having a family without you. I think I am just as nervous to answer the phone as you are to call. But, I am certainly looking forward to hearing from you. I always have call forwarding on to my cell phone if we are not at home. Hope to speak with you soon!

From Two Best Friends:

We have known Lenora since childhood and Artie for the past 13 years. They are both very special people and are considered to be a part of our family. Lenora was the maid of honor at our wedding and is the Godmother of our first born child. Although choosing a Godparent can be a very difficult decision for some parents, the decision to choose Lenora was easy for both of us. We had no doubt that she would be the kind of person who would positively affect our daughter's life. Fifteen years later, they continue to share a special bond. When Lenora and Artie married we were honored to be their best man and matron of honor. We looked forward to providing the same love and support to their family that they had shown ours.

Due to our close ties we knew first hand the pain that they endured as they attempted to have a child with no success. This devastation gave way to hope when they discovered adoption. Adoption will afford this loving couple the family that they so desire.

Ever since childhood Lenora thought about becoming a parent and has always had a strong desire to spend time with children. As a teenager she spent much of her free time caring for her young cousins. Today, she and Artie both enjoy the time they share with their niece and nephew, as well as, our two children. They support these children by attending events important in the children's lives including birthday parties, dance recitals, concerts, and ball games. Their devotion to our children clearly demonstrates their strong family values, as they themselves come from extremely suportive and loving families. The two of us have clearly seen that this couple has a great deal to offer and the necessary attributes to be loving, nurturing and caring parents. We truly believe that any child would be fortunate to have them as parents.

Sal & Laura

From A Friend of the Family:

I have known Lenora since she was a young girl. As a teen, she became a babysitter for my twin daughters. Caring for twins was a big responsibility, yet Lenora rose to the challenge and continued on to babysit all of my four children.

By the time she had graduated high school, Lenora had become like a member of our family. When Lenora met her now husband Artie, I knew she had found her true love and soul mate. I have grown to know and love Artie very much as well, as his pleasant and humorous personality is addictive.

Any child would be privileged to share the wonderful home, life, and family that this strong and loving young couple could provide. I can not think of a couple anywhere who is more deserving of this opportunity than Lenora and Artie. I hope and pray that they will be given the chance to become a complete family.

Pat

A day does not pass without me wondering when I will be a Mom. I walk into the nursery daily & pray the room will be filled with the love of a baby soon. Your call is very important to us. Please feel free to call day or night! We hope to hear from you soon. Let's help each other!

From A Close Friend:

I grew up with Lenora & have known Artie for about 13 years. I fully support their choice to adopt and feel that any child would be extremely fortunate to have them as parents. Lenora was my absolute first choice as maid of honor in my wedding. We have shared many things with each other including both of our desire to be parents. I have three children of my own whose lives they participate in. They are also a large part of their niece and nephews life, they attend many ball games, concerts and dance recitals. These two people come from great parents themselves and are surrounded by an extraordinary network of friends. They are both extremely loving,caring warm individuals. It is my strong belief that there is a little soul out there that belongs with them and that no child is more desired and would grow up in a more loving or secure environment. I hope you can help fulfill their dreams.

Kelly

We are so anxious to become parents! Every time our "baby" phone rings I smile & hope that it will be the call that will make our life complete.