Annette Smith and Myrna Thatcher
Annette Smith and Myrna Thatcher
Lost At Birth
Lost At Birth
Lost At Birth
Friday 1st November 2019
Tune into 'AbbaDaddy House Girls Speak Out' as Ria shares her heartfelt journey of adoption and finding her birth parents.
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Annette Smith and Myrna Thatcher
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Get the buttons here!Lost At Birth: Ria's Emotional Journey of Adoption and Identity
If you feel that life is just giving you more than you can handle, please realize that you are not alone.
Imagine being born into a world where your origins are a mystery. In this deeply moving episode of 'AbbaDaddy House Girls Speak Out', hosts Annette Smith and Myrna Thatcher sit down with Ria, who opens up about her life as an adopted child. Born in 1952, a time when single motherhood was heavily stigmatized, Ria’s story begins with her biological mother in Oklahoma and her adoptive parents in Maryland.
These two families, from different worlds, were connected by a petite bundle of love – Ria. Ria recounts the complex emotions she felt growing up, always carrying a small void in her heart. She takes listeners through the highs and lows of her quest to find her birth parents, sharing the surprises and revelations that awaited her along the way.
This episode isn't just about Ria's personal journey; it's a broader exploration of what it means to search for identity and acceptance. Annette and Myrna guide the conversation with empathy, touching on the importance of compassion and understanding in difficult life situations. They discuss how family isn’t just about blood relations but also about the connections we choose to nurture.
This heartfelt dialogue underscores the power of hope and healing, encouraging listeners to embrace their own journeys with love and kindness. If you’ve ever wondered about the emotional complexities of adoption or the lifelong impact of searching for one’s roots, this episode offers both poignant insights and uplifting moments. It's a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring quest for belonging.