tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35990418.post4433552349465084096..comments2024-03-08T13:52:22.224-07:00Comments on LAJOY FAMILY: Loving LaJoy'sCindy LaJoyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16486626867331586704noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35990418.post-79469933112121024512008-03-07T18:08:00.000-07:002008-03-07T18:08:00.000-07:00You write, "I know people have their reasons [for ...You write, "I know people have their reasons [for wanting to adopt infant girls], and I respect that. I guess I just don't understand it sometimes."<BR/><BR/>If you don't understand it, then maybe it's better that you don't comment on it. This is one of the most personal choices any of us will ever make in our lives. It is for no one to understand except the person making it. That's what needs to be respected.<BR/><BR/>-Suzanne BSuzannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05964017825117329451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35990418.post-35928051315289084332008-03-05T09:16:00.000-07:002008-03-05T09:16:00.000-07:00I think it's a little arrogant for you to bash fam...I think it's a little arrogant for you to bash families waiting for a girl. The use of "young as possible infant girl" reads very very snotty to me. Sort of like you're trying to insult them and say their choice is sub-par, or not as magnanimous, like they are not as loving parents for wanting a girl. I wanted girls because I already had a bio girl and thought it would be more cost effective (yes I said cost effective) to recycle her clothes and things. Of course that didn't happen and I now have not one but two Kyrgyz sons. That's just how it worked for us. <BR/><BR/>There is a tone to this entry that I am exceedingly uncomfortable with... feels like you're saying that those infant girls need to be more neglected to be as worthy as your boys... and I just don't see how that's right. If infant girls can get a beeline out of an orphanage situation... great! We should be happy regardless. Yes I think it's a shame that boys are overlooked because of the perceptions of problems based on gender... but I don't think it's right for you, someone who is respected in this tight community, to bash those parents who are more comfortable with a girl for their decision, if they are willing to wait, what's it to you? People are in an heightened emotional state during the waiting time and for you to come around and imply that they are not as loving as you for their decision is unfair.<BR/>Having said that, I have not been party to any boy vs girl arguments so if this is a continuance of something from forums then fine... but I had to say my bit.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15294665105331479829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35990418.post-83734929869099604092008-03-04T18:08:00.000-07:002008-03-04T18:08:00.000-07:00I love that Valentine card. He has quite a way wi...I love that Valentine card. He has quite a way with words. Thanks for sharing. <BR/><BR/>You mentioned having some tests - I pray you are well.<BR/><BR/>AmandaNathan, Amanda, Violet and Anarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15703869210996856226noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35990418.post-13265987785757378502008-03-04T08:26:00.000-07:002008-03-04T08:26:00.000-07:00This whole boy vs girl discussion on the forum has...This whole boy vs girl discussion on the forum has been quite thought provoking. I struggled quite a bit when I was considering gender. More recently I saw myself with a boy...ball caps and bandanas, taking him to soccer and little league and full of energy. But I also saw myself with a girl earlier on. It was hard. Now I have my girl and I am in LOVE. She is sweet and cute and feisty and her smiles make me melt all the time. But, I do know that I would LOVE LOVE having a son, too, and I am hopeful that perhaps one day that opportunity will present itself. <BR/><BR/>I enjoyed this post and found it quite touching. <BR/><BR/>Enjoy those boys!!!Jackiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03245186498852353145noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35990418.post-26434921966976178082008-03-03T11:03:00.000-07:002008-03-03T11:03:00.000-07:00Love today's entry!! Thank Heavens for Little BOYS...Love today's entry!! Thank Heavens for Little BOYS!!!!<BR/><BR/>Jen<BR/>Mom to three of the cuddliest, snuggliest little sweethearts you'll ever meet!!!<BR/>Zach -3 (born in Uralsk, Kaz)<BR/>Ian -2 (born in Uralsk, Kaz)<BR/>Seth - 7mos (bio)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35990418.post-85721765289509325362008-03-02T14:43:00.000-07:002008-03-02T14:43:00.000-07:00what a wonderful post and a sweet family you have....what a wonderful post and a sweet family you have. You are indeed blessed, and those boys are also blessed to have you as parents. :)<BR/><BR/>I have a son, and I agree with you-boys are pretty sweet and I wouldn't trade my son for anything.<BR/>However, I am also one of those waiting on a lil girl from Kazakhstan too. Not because I don't love boys, because I do, but because when I started this journey, I felt a strong pull to adopt our daughter.<BR/>I guess it does sound crazy, cuz I really just love babies-but i understand what you're saying too.<BR/><BR/>Your boys are true joys and so are you! I guess that is why your name is LaJoy. :)Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04982648946500718738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35990418.post-10654149017225728982008-03-02T10:51:00.000-07:002008-03-02T10:51:00.000-07:00Hi LaJoys! Sure do miss you! You are NOT the onl...Hi LaJoys! Sure do miss you! You are NOT the only ones who find your family remarkable! I do! I have had a difficult week with work, seeing very tragic situations with children who have been horribly abused by adults they thought they could trust. I found myself wondering how can this happen to so many children and why? why? why? Your family stories give me hope and remind me that there are children and families out there who love each other, cherish each other and will be there forever for each other. Thanks for giving me hope and sharing your lives with so many. Love you lots! JoanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com