This week on Unleash Your Purpose, Sara and I are diving deep into our foster care and adoption journey, sharing the raw, unfiltered truth. This episode isn’t just another talk on parenting—it’s a personal look into 10 things we wish we’d known before we stepped into the world of foster care and adoption.
Let’s be real: parenting 11 kids (yes, 11!)—from toddlers to 20-somethings—has been the wildest ride. Nine of our kids came to us through foster care, and with each one, we’ve learned a whole lot about grace, resilience, and the power of setting boundaries. Whether it’s adapting to the expectations, handling the system’s quirks, or finding joy in small wins, these lessons go beyond any parenting book.
In this episode, we’re getting real about the emotional highs and the brutal lows, from celebrating the little things like family pumpkin carving to tackling the challenges of being a “buffer” between our kids and a system that often seems out of touch. If you’re considering foster care, adoption, or just want a glimpse of what this life really looks like, this episode is for you.
It’s more than a list—it’s our heart and soul poured out. We’re sharing tips for anyone walking this journey, advice for embracing each kid as they are, and encouragement for those moments when it’s tough to see the big picture.
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