On this episode, Christian Markeey shares his adoption story from the Lakota Sioux Tribe in South Dakota. He was one of eight children being raised by parents that were both alcoholics. Christian shares what it was like to start life in the midst of chaos, but then meeting his adoptive mother at age 4. It was a couple of years later when his life would change forever. She was able to fully adopt him and bring him to Arizona. Though he did love and attach to her, he deeply missed his biological family. He shares about those conflicting emotions that many adoptees feel. He talks about searching for his Native American roots and how he overcame suicidal thoughts and alcoholism. This episode is an inspiring story and helps us understand the adoptee’s journey. Christian is now married and has 2 daughters. His best advice to adoptive parents is to remember “your presence means more than you can know.” He encourages those thinking of adopting to pursue what is in your heart because though adoption is tough, he is overwhelmingly grateful for his journey.
Human Trafficking and Adoption [S3E3]
James and Noell Blevins' Story [S3E2]
Starting ADOPTION NOW [S3E1]
Maliyah Kate's Adoption Story [S2E19]
Foster Care and Project 1.27 [S2E18]
Charis Boone Johnson's Story [S2E17]
Katie & Scott's Story [S2E16]
Kitty Ravert's Story [S2E15]
Michelle Madrid Branch's Story [S2E14]
Sara Berry's Story [S2E13]
Angela Rushing's Story [S2E12]
Erik Weihenmayer's Story [S2E11]
The Lucky Few - Heather Avis [S2E10]
Renee's Story [S2E9]
Chung and Andra's Story [S2E8]
Talking About Trauma with Carrie O'Toole [S2E7]
Beverly Boerner-Reynolds' Story [S2E6]
Natalie and Stephen's Story [S2E5]
Annie Peguero's Story [S2E4]
Ashley Mitchell - Big Tough Girl [S2E3]
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