Denise’s journey started with her own adoption and her first glimpse into trauma. She grew up in the Mennonite community in Pennsylvania . Denise and Yvonne had some common memories to share .
Secrets were prevalent in the family. Denise talked about her experience as a Mennonite and the expectations and acceptance from her parents.
She spoke about looking for love and her identity.
Becoming a mom at an early age was traumatic and caused her to leap into independence. Denise’s journey was full of surprise connections. She talked about her heart’s desire.
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