In this heartfelt follow-up to one of our earliest episodes ("The Man Weekend"), Kendall shares stories from a recent rustic getaway with members of his birth family at their long-held property in northern New Hampshire. It’s a full-circle moment—spending time around the campfire with his brother, uncle, cousins, and nephews, deepening bonds with people he didn’t grow up with but now can’t imagine life without. From installing a water system to laughing until they lost their voices, this trip was more than just a weekend—it was a memory-in-the-making.
Corey joins the conversation to reflect on how far Kendall’s found-family journey has come, and how these connections—old and new—continue to shape their lives. They also touch on the emotional reality of balancing adoptive and biological family histories, the joy of watching young relatives grow up, and even a cautionary tale involving sesame meatballs.
Toward the end, Corey and Kendall introduce plans for future solo episodes addressing current issues in the adoptee, NPE, and donor-conceived communities—and share the powerful message behind a recent email from a listener whose life was changed by discovering Family Twist.
📌 Topics Covered:
- The return to Kendall’s birth family’s New Hampshire property
- What’s changed since “The Man Weekend” (including plumbing!)
- Reconnecting with cousins, uncle, and brother Chris
- The joy of bonding with nephews as they enter adulthood
- Humor, shenanigans, and nearly killing Pete with sesame
- Reflecting on the emotions of what was missed—and what’s now gained
- Future plans for solo episodes focused on NPE/adoptee/DC community issues
- The impact of Family Twist on a listener’s decision to search for their truth
🔗 Related Episodes:
- The Man Weekend (link to original episode)
- Chris Finds a Brother: Kendall’s First Birth Family Connection
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