The First Time Ever I.... (meet Charlee Rayn with tissue warning by request)

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20. Oh man!!! What a story, Omaha Steve!!!

It's an amazing experience following those threads through the giving-up of a baby for adoption, to the growing-up of that child in her adopted world, to the moment when that child reaches out to find her biological roots.

I know. A couple of years ago, I did it myself (I'm an adoptee myself). In one set of email attachments, I learned that I'd gone from basically being an only child to being the eldest of six. It's a little bit astounding to wrap one's mind around. But I'm gonna try to meet my two sisters later this summer! Technically, half-sisters, because while I was able to locate my biological mother, whoever my biological father was - remains a mystery.

It bends your mind, I'll tell you that! In a good way, though! I'm loving your journey, and your findings!!! Congratulations and many many many hugs, both big and little!