The Mysterious Magic 8 Ball

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The Mysterious Magic 8 Ball

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May 17, 2021

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Have you ever met someone who you felt like you already knew? In this episode we talk about meeting our son’s birth parents, who we truly felt like we’d known for years, and the experiences leading up to the adoption of our sweet first son.Follow us on instagram @OpenAdoptionProject

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May 17, 2021

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The Open Adoption Project focuses on improving adoptee experiences by encouraging open communication between all members of the adoption constellation, nurturing ongoing open adoption relationships and promoting ethical adoption practices. Follow us on Instagram @OpenAdoptionProject

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