“Leaps of Faith -- Inspiring Stories of International Adoption” 

Your personal story can be part of this new book.  Join us as we put together a collection of short stories from adoptive parents about the “leaps of faith” they made on their adoption journey. We’re hoping that this book, to be published in 2006, will inspire others to adopt internationally.  It’s not too late to share your story and help make a difference. Already a “Leap of Faith” author?  Please check out Authors Only Info Page.

Thinking of Adopting.com

Coming soon ... A new web site especially for those who are thinking of adopting internationally but haven’t yet taken their “leap of faith”. Thinking of Adopting.com will provide a wide range of unbiased and accurate information, and connect them with adoptive parents and international adoption experts who can personally answer their questions. Join the Thinking of Adopting.com Team and help make the difference for someone who is considering adoption.

Robin’s Blog:  “That’s My Boy”

Robin shares her experiences as “Mommy” to her youngest son, adopted internationally just over a year ago. Robin finds that he is not only teaching her a lot about being a mother, but also a lot about life. Read along, and be sure to let Robin know what you think by posting your comments. “That’s My Boy! -- My life as an International Adoptive Mom”

October 2005 Web Poll

How many countries did you consider before selecting the one from which you adopted (or are adopting) your child? Be sure to cast your vote in this month’s web poll and check out the results to date. I’ll post the final results in October and hope to use them to generate more ideas on what we can do together to support international adoption.  Don’t forget to check results from our previous polls.

Adoption Statistics

Where do people in the United States adopt from internationally? Orphan visa data compiled from US Department of State information from 1990-2004 show the top countries.

Recommended Adoption Books

Have you been looking for a good book on international adoption either for yourself or to give a friend who is adopting? I share my personal favorites and include links to purchase. Can you recommend other good books for those thinking of adopting?

International Adoption Links

I have personally used these links either while going through the adoption process or since returning home. I have found them useful and believe that you (or someone you know) might too. If you have some other links you would like to share, let me know and I would be happy to post them.

Welcome

Friends!

I'm so glad you've come to visit today! My name is Robin Bartko and I truly believe that together we can do some great things to help all the children around the world who don't have a family and would love to be adopted. I truly believe we can really make a difference! If you are interested let’s work together to support international adoption!

Robin Bartko

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Show You Support Adoption

I found these great 2-in-1 magnetic ribbons and now have one on my car. They are 8”x4” with a removable center heart that can be used on a refrigerator.  Want to show the world you support adoption?  Buy yours now for $2.99