My last blog was about things that you should avoid saying to families formed by adoption. Many people say these things and don’t even realize that they could sound unkind. I think that often when people see a family with adopted children, they are curious because these kinds of families are not very common, though they are becoming more accepted in society. Here are some things that you can say that are appropriate and that will be appreciated by the family. “What a beautiful family!” This validates them as a family and celebrates their uniqueness. Especially when it is a … Continue reading →