atomicnumber

6/27/13

I'm feeling a bit confused. Are you in the US and you really can't find any babies up for adoption? Through any type of agency (public/private, open/closed, foster)?

6/27/13

I just wish that more people who adopt transnationally/transracially would think more critically about the system they're participating in. I have some friends who are amazing examples of that, and they ended up with an open adoption. The whole way, they were critical (critical-thinking critical, not just…

6/27/13

"If I knew..."

6/27/13

Pretty sure you win for Most Relevant GIF.

6/27/13

The real question here is WHY ARE YOU MAKING MY UTERUS HURT, LINDY?!

6/27/13

Seriously? Cuz I'm adopted and I have serious issues with the industry, especially when it comes to transnational/transracial adoptions. And most of the people I know who are raising their voices and/or working for change are adopted as well.

6/27/13

Also, y'know, if folks are like "oh the poor babies I must rescue themz!" maybe we could work more on the reasons why there is a history of poverty and lack of opportunity in some countries and why people are giving up their babies.

6/27/13

As an adoptee myself, I have waaaay too many Feelings to delve into it here, but if you're a white person thinking about adopting (or have adopted) children of color, here's an excellent resource:

6/26/13

I think you're right.

6/26/13

That's where a thoughtfully chosen necklace comes in, I think. Something that's not attached to the dress would have more freedom of movement and not cause weird pooching.

6/26/13

Be that person! Gomez has been a shero of mine since I was a baby gay and more people should be familiar with her work. ♥

6/26/13