Adoption Associates, Inc: Domestic Infant and International Adoption Agency

April 2006

Seasons of Change

Yesterday, when I went outside at 11am, it was such a beautiful day. It was 60 degrees, some light wind, and the sun was shining brightly. It was one of those days where you just look up to the sky and thank the Lord for His majesty. When I left work at 6pm, the temperature had dropped to 37 degrees and the wind was howling at almost 30mph. What a change! But that’s not all—when I woke up this morning I looked out my bedroom window to find snow on the ground! But it was 60 yesterday!! Such is the changing weather here in West Michigan. You never really know what you’re going to get.

Affording Adoption

A purpose of The National Heritage Foundation is to promote people to people projects by setting up “Foundations at NHF” (FANHFs) in the area of charitable activities. One of their main objectives is to popularize the use of Foundations and make them accessible to everyone, regardless of income level. A Foundation at NHF is inexpensive to start and inexpensive to operate. For more information on how the NHF can help you afford your adoption, visit www.nhf.org.

Ashley's story

When Ashley found out she was pregnant, she immediately began to look for an adoption agency. Although the process wasn’t easy, she always knew it was the best decision. When she experienced a second unplanned pregnancy, she called AAI right away. Many of her peers criticized her decision to plan adoption, but she knew that she did the best thing for both of her children. Read the brave story of this young girl in her own words.

International Adoption

Lynn and Julie were married later in life. When they found that they were unable to have children, they immediately discussed adoption. It took them twelve long years and many hardships before they were able to adopt, but God had a reason why.

Adoption Accents

The In My Heart Collection is a wonderful way to enhance and commemorate the adoption experience for a grandmother, mother, daughter, grand-daughter—any woman or girl touched by adoption. Heirloom-quality jewelry crafted with 14k yellow or white gold and diamonds, this is a gift worth giving—a special keepsake that will be passed on through the generations.

Web Site News!

www.PlanAdoption.com is a brand new web site featuring in- depth information for women experiencing unplanned pregnancies and who desire to explore the option of adoption. The site also has information for pregnancy counselors and teachers, as well as stories from birth mothers, birth fathers, and birth grandparents who have already experienced an adoption placement. To learn more, visit www.PlanAdoption.com today!

Agency News

AAI is pleased to announce the opening of a brand new office in Detroit, Michigan. The hope is that this office will help AAI better serve our clients in the city.

Global Celebration

Don’t miss an opportunity to talk with families who have adopted internationally and visit children who have been placed in their homes through AAI—it’s a great way to help you decide if international adoption is right for you. Families representing our programs in three countries (Russia, China, and Guatemala) will share their experiences and answer any questions you might have. We will also have information on our new programs in Haiti and Ethiopia.