ADOPTION

Claudia Corrigan D'Arcy has spent almost 10 years independently researching adoption issues in preparation of the successful search and reunion with her own son in 2007 whom was placed for adoption. She has spent countless hours learning from, talking with, and educating others on adoption issues through her work, with adoption lobbying and activism and at national adoption conferences. She has been writing on her blog about almost every aspect of life as a birthmother since 2005. She has appeared on The Montel Williams Show as an expert in adoption scams and served on the blogger panel at the Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Research Institute/ Ethica Adoption Ethics Conference. When not talking about adoption she is the Director of Social Media at DragonSearch. Her writing can be found many places online including her blog, Musings of the Lame, Adopt-a-tude, Divine Caroline and many others.

I have over 20 years of experience in foster care and adoption. I also am a writer with a particular interest in writing fiction. I have a delightful 12 year girl who has recently provoked my interest in writing for teens.

Grew up in the military and graduated from Purdue University. Am the 34 year old adoptive parent of two sons, ages 20 and 23, both of whom attend Purdue University. Working on a book about adoption and involved in an adoption outreach program.

Lives in Northern California with her Family. She is an adoption advocate and adoptive parent. In her spare time, she enjoys writing, knitting, video gaming and computing.

Late 30's teacher in New Jersey, preparing to adopt a newborn baby through domestic adoption. Married to my best friend and love of my life; living the contented suburban life...minus the baby.

Born to a mother out of wed-lock who chose the gift of adoption! (THANK YOU) A Believer in Jesus Christ since age 7, but a sinner of the worse kind.. I live today because of GRACE. I have been married twice and have 9 kids, and 2 grand children...

I am a freelance writer with a degree Developmental Psych. and Theology. I've had an interesting past and my future looks to be even more unpredictable. Adoption, Emotions, Children, Pregnancy, and Relationships are my favorite topics.

Author of "shedding light on...The Dark Side of Adoption" (1988) and "The Stork Market: America's Multi-Billion Dollar Unregulated Adoption Industry" (2008)

Deb is a mom of three by way of open adoptions, a supporter of adoption reforms, and also a birth family member. Frugal country living, crafting, and writing are also big interests. Please visit the 2007 archives at AdoptionBlogs.com (open adoption) for more of her writing.

I am single, unwed but not dead. Have only recently started writing. However, I find it very enjoyable. My only claim to fame is that my book Odyssey of an Unknown Father has the LIBRARY OF CONGRESS stamp of approval. It is the Authorities and Volcabularies sector s only recognized public source of information for the gathering of data and the define of the recognized term Wrongful Adoption.

Freelance writer based in the south she has worked with children in some capacity for 20+ yrs in daycare, preschool, foster care & adoption fields. She is currently working to complete her degree in Human Services.

Writer, wife, mother, adoption advocate, traveler, fan of life and Mexican food.

I've been freelance writing for the past few years and enjoy writing about issues near and dear to my heart such as adoption, unplanned pregnancy, children with special needs, photography, and crafting.

Anne Wanchic is the owner of a virtual assistant service, www.TimeforYouAssistance.com and travel agent/owner for www.ChicTravelDeals.com She sponsers new travel agent/owners at www.ytb.com/chictraveldeals and assists adoptive parents to be by offering an adoption profile s

I'm an island-dwelling, impatient and opinionated writer, mother and adoption advocate, author ("Adoption.Com Guide to US Infant Adoption", "Papaya ... and other seeds", "The Toy"), professional blogger, speechwriter and freelancer.

I am the mother of 8 children. I was blessed by the birth of my oldest daughter, and then again by the adoption of 7 children. Foster care led my husband and I to adopt our children in 2006 making us a family of 10. I am a passionate advocate of foster care and adoption.

Author of "shedding light on...The Dark Side of Adoption" (1988) and "The Stork Market: America's Multi-Billion Dollar Adoption Industry" (2007) www.AdvocatePublications.com

Professional in international adoption field. Preparing to write a book and produce a documentary on the subject of my past 16 years work.

Business owner and single mother of two- professional consultant for online business, WAH reviews, internet dating, parenting, international adoption, ethnic cooking, and pet training.

Mother through the miracle of adoption! Realtor by trade.

My doctorate is in clinial psychology. I am a full-time therapist who specializes in grief and loss, attachment, adoption, stressful life events, trauma and parenting. My bereavement research has been published and I'd love to write some small articles.

I'm a SAHM of three girls. I love talking about adoption since they all were adopted, two from China, and the little one from Taiwan. I have a couple home businesses. I'm studying to be a Medical Transcriptionist in my very limited spare time!

Born the only biological child in my family I have great enthusiasm for adoption and 'global' family. I have also had many life experiences that have given me new perspectives.

SAHM to the Taiwanese Tornado, Ty. Background in education and children's programs. (YMCA, Boy's and Girl's Clubs of America, Health Department-Students Working Against Tobacco, School Board Employee) Experience in adoption and disruptions.

Jenny Thomas is 28 year old world traveller with eclectic expertise in topics from English teaching and living overseas to adoption and adoptive breastfeeding (yes, it is possible!)

I am a 21 year old divorced mother and college student. I live a very nontraditional lifestyle and like it that way. I am a political science major, and intend to start law school next year, I plan to do adoption law.

I am a 26year old single mom to a four year old and soon to be born little "Peanut". I found my love for writing after my first daughter was born and placed for adoption 10 years ago. Right now I am a stay at home mom living with my own mother.

Basically I am a driven and passionate person. I love writing, especially about things that excite me. One of my passions is educating people about adoption, the foster care system and the effects that abuse has on children.

Terri Rimmer has 29 years of journalism experience, having worked for ten newspapers and some magazines. You can find her e book about adoption on booklocker.com under the family heading. Then search under MacKenzie s Hope. You can also find her foster care book at lulu.com, Merged Life.