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Tag Archives: transnational adoption
what’s in a name?
I’ve been doing a lot of thinking about labels lately. The way that labels we identify with, or the names that we get “labeled” can either be a source of pride or something to prove/disprove. As a student of social work, I … Continue reading
reunification
I met you one day, after thumbing through a phone book that once belonged to her. You were in there. First name, phone number. I tried to call once, but the line was disconnected. I sent you a message five … Continue reading
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Tagged birth family, family, names, reunification, transnational adoption
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introductions
Welcome everyone! I’m Mirella. I am an international adoptee, born and raised in Bulgaria until the age of 5, when I was adopted and raised by an American family living in Seattle, Washington. I grew up in a White family, … Continue reading
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