Get Ready For That Call!

Words can never express the gratitude for our beautiful children. It wasn't easy at first. We were so very anxious and waiting seemed impossible. We were comforted and told that there is a child out there that would fit our family.

Again, you may say or not say "How come it hasn't happened yet...why?" Then you get the call, your heart beats like it has never beat before and now you have your special angel, you breath in every part of this child...your child. Your life is changed forever. You look back on the time and it really wasn't that long. You just longed and ached to hold your baby. Now that baby girl is three years and three months and the most precious part of you. Then you get another call...oh boy...yes a "boy". Again our hearts are pounding, we are on our way, and the same joy and excitement as the first. Could this be possible? Yes it is! We enjoy our two children extremely! They are so much fun, a lot of work, and a lot of sleepless nights

So, new adoptive parents get rested up, enjoy some special moments together, get the nursery ready to a point that is comfortable, practice with the car seat, blankets, head rest for inside car seat...and make a list so that when the call comes you are ready.

It's 4:37 am and our little boy is having his bottle. This is the best and you too will have your child. Good luck!

Denis and Tammie

Thank You!

Here are some pictures of our beautiful girl. We are all very happy and doing well. We're starting to get a little more rest. Lauryn is sleeping a little longer at a time. Thanks again for everything.


Talk to you soon!

Randy and Karen

Lifetime Was Like Family To Us!

We first learned of Lifetime on the internet and really loved their site. Their office was close so we went to a seminar and felt immediately comfortable with Mardie and her whole staff (who seem more like family!). They do a fantastic job of working with all parties involved with adoption.

Dean and Christine

Our Perfect Dream!

It's hard to say that one staff member out shined another because everyone is professional, efficient, friendly, and supportive. If it wasn't for Lifetime, we wouldn't be living our perfect dream of having a perfect adoption journey and perfect family.

Dave and Lori

Thanks Lifetime!

Both the coordinators that we worked with were wonderful and added the 'extra touch' we needed as we were waiting for "Mary Elizabeth". Each time I called each staff member I spoke to was kind and offered us words of encouragement. Lastly, the aspect that sets Lifetime apart from others is the 'Spiritual' encouragement, which plays a large role in our lives. God's work is truly evident at Lifetime.

Thank you,
David and Sharon

YEAH!!!

He's home! YEAH! He's doing great and eating like a champ. Big brother Nathan is very excited and quite the helper.

Thank you all for your prayers.
Celeste, Joe, Nathan and Elijah

What A Wonderful Experience!

Here is our son Cooper. He is an absolute angel -- I will write more later and share our wonderful open adoption experience. Suffice to say that it was the most miraculous event of our lives in many, many, ways.

Love,
Jason and Annette

What A Whirlwind!

At last, here is a picture of our beautiful Sarah! Life is finally settling down a bit after the whirlwind experience we had. We truly appreciate your patience in those days before her birth. Although we were anticipating a much longer wait, we really believe she was meant to be with us. All the things I had in common with her birthmother were too coincidental to overlook.

Jenna loves her new baby sister and tries to help us with her as much as an 18-month old can help). It's been fun watching her interact with Sarah. Thank you also for the gift for Sarah, it was adorable and very thoughtful. It will forever be a reminder of the caring people who helped bring us together.

Again, although it doesn't seem adequate, thank you so much. We will keep all your families in our prayers.

Sincerely,
Greg and Paula

The Wait Was Worth While!
Alex will be three months old next week and we are all doing great! You were right about finding the "right" baby. Alex fits into our family perfectly. He is quiet and calm and only cries when he really needs something. Now he smiles and laughs too.

Alex's birthmom will be in town soon and we are planning to get together for dinner one night. I want her to see how happy and healthy Alex is. We were blessed to find the perfect baby and the perfect birthmother! We send her pictures every month and we e-mail.

Our adoption may be finalized as early as next week. Thank you again for everything you did for us. It was so hard to wait for a baby, but now we know he was meant for us.

Sincerely,
Kent and Lynda

Everything Was So Quick!

Our experience with Lifetime was more than we could have asked for! Everything happened so quickly for us, we couldn't be happier. Our coordinator was incredibly helpful to us as well!

Michael and Tammi

It Was All Worth It!

It took some time, but we would do it all over again.

Ted and Julie

In Only Two Months!

Over a year ago when we first heard about you - we never would have dreamed that only a couple of months after deciding to sign with you, we would be at home holding our daughter. We are so thankful to our coordinator and to all of the staff! Not only have we been blessed with the most beautiful baby, we also have been blessed by knowing the birthmother and her family. At first, we were not sure about the concept of open adoption. Now, we are so thankful to have crossed Cayla's birthomother's path. Through her we now have a wonderful little girl and we have new and wonderful friendships with her and her family.

We look forward to our next adoption. In the meantime, we will promise to send you updates and photos of our precious Cayla Rose.

Love Always and God bless each of you,
Justin, Christina, and Cayla

Biological Brother and Sister; Two Different Adoptions!

We hope you are enjoying your summer. We just wanted to send an update note to thank you again for all of the wonderful things you did for us for the adoption of both Taylor & Jordan. Who would have thought that when we started this journey with Lifetime back in December of 2001 that we would have such a truly special and blessed family with a new daughter (April, 2002) and new son (January, 2003) in just 13 months!

Taylor & Jordan bring us great joy and happiness each and every day. They have such a special relationship already and I know they will find strength in one another as they grow up as true biological siblings. Our adoption story is so remarkable that we are the talk of our families and friends - everyone is so happy for us. We get so many questions & great comments - how did you do it, how did it happen so quickly, I can't believe they are 100% biological sister & brother. We certainly love to brag up Lifetime!

Taylor is now 15 1/2 months old and she is such a sweet little girl, and she sure keeps us busy chasing her around now that she's walking (actually running most of the time!). Jordan is 5 1/2 months old and what a beautiful smile and disposition he has - we are so lucky to have been blessed with two of the easiest and most joyful kids we know.

Please pass along our thanks again to you & the wonderful staff at Lifetime, you were so easy and pleasant to work with (in the short time we spent together). You made all our dreams come true. You will always hold a special place in our family's heart!

God bless,
Eric, Karry, Taylor & Jordan

Your hard work and support made our dreams come true! We are finally a Mommy & Daddy! Our son, Travis, is such a blessing and a joy. We feel like the luckiest people in the world. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

Sincerely,
Chuck & Kelly

Dear Friends and Family at Lifetime!

Sorry it has taken us so long to write, but we have been busy enjoying our little bundle of love! We can't thank you enough for bringing us together with our little one. I can't even find the words to describe how much we love him...each day with him is like discovering a new, precious treasure.

Friends and family can't love on him enough and he has been the talk of the town! We are savoring every minute of his little life. He is growing so fast - he is already 13 lbs at seven weeks. He is a good eater and sleeper (and snuggler)! He smiled for the first time on Father's Day!

Thank you also for the wonderful gift. We love it and keep it in our diaper bag. We also love the stuffed animal ~ he can almost grip and hold it. You have all been so kind and so wonderful to work with during this special time in our lives. Take care and God bless each of you. Thanks again for helping guide our sweet angel to us. We'll be in touch soon.

Love,
Scott and Carrie

Adoption in a Heartbeat!

Lalo and Chris received a call and were holding their newborn boy that night!