Concluding Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th, 2022 but Adoptee Voices Will Continue to Blaze
by Pamela A. Karanova Adoptee Remembrance Day: October 30th, 2022, has recently passed, and the collective echoes of adoptee voices can be reflected worldwide. To learn more about this day, click here. It’s no surprise at the outpouring of support the adoption community has received about this special day of remembrance for adopted people worldwide. No…
For All The People in The Back, It’s Time to Acknowledge Adoptee Remembrance Day
by Pamela A. Karanova What do I mean by “For all the people in the back?” It’s saying “SAY IT LOUDER FOR THE PEOPLE IN THE BACK” aka for the people on the sidelines, in the shadows and/or for the people who refuse to acknowledge the sentiments in this article. It’s been used over the…
Adoptee Remembrance Day – Sharing Sara’s Story
Trigger Warning: Suicide My first tattoo saved my life on 2.1.21 I’ve always had a thing with the number 21. I spent a week after being discharged from a 57-day psychiatric hospitalization preparing to die on 2.1.21. I cleaned. I decluttered. I wrote notes to my people. I gathered supplies. I rehearsed my plan.…
Promoting Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th
Everyone has a role to play within Adoptee Remembrance Day. We’re hoping a wide variety of individuals will participate in our 2nd Annual Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th event. October 30th, 2021 is going to be a day like never before and we’re excited we have so many supporters who want to take part…
Thank You, From Our Hearts to Yours
Our first annual Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th was this past Friday, and it was a huge success. We’re exceptionally thankful for all those who participated in the day. This day wasn’t limited to the USA or a particular location. It was opened up to the entire world to participate, and they did just…
Adoptees On on Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th
As I write, I’m already tearing up. That’s very like me, I am a crier and I naturally feel big feelings. I have struggled with depression and suicidal ideation on and off since I was ten. I made my first suicide plan when I was twelve. What’s bringing emotions to the surface for me now…
This Adoptee Life on Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th
I am 9 years old when the guilt sets in.When I learn that there’s no room for me to talk about my feelings.When I learn that no one will listen.When I learn that no one is there to hold space for me. I am 14 years old when I stand in the bathroom, stare in…
China’s Children International on Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th
On Adoptee Remembrance Day 2020, we honor and remember adoptees who have lost their lives, experienced violence and abuse, and to those who are still struggling with mental health. Being an adoptee is a lifelong journey, one that is fraught with trauma, struggles, and resilience. To our community members, please know you are not alone.…
Pamela Karanova on Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th
It’s hard to smile today when so many adoptee smiles have been washed away. If you know an adoptee, let me take you on a ride in an Adoptee’s mind. Please sit down and give me a few minutes of your time. Imagine being in your mother’s womb, where there is only room for two…
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