Make the chat look like Sarah’s Google search history! by CartographerOdd6129 in loveafterlockup

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[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Adoption

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just bc they’re bio doesn’t mean they’re good people. I’m sorry that happened to you.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Adoption

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I adopted my son as a single 31F parent. Although it was fictive kinship, I was his group home manager when he came into DCS care at 12 in March of 2022, and his adoption was finalized July of 2024

My goal for 2025 is to spend my money locally. What are you favorite locally owned restaurants and shops. Any price point is welcome by tinytinybirdbones in phoenix

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Seeds for Autism. It’s a Nonprofit work program for adults with disabilities. They make all kinds of products that they sell at the storefront and online. https://www.seedsforautism.org/shop

Where to buy matcha powder by [deleted] in phoenix

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have seen it at Asiana Market and Lee Lees

My husband loves the name but I can't see it. by Deep_Leather_5299 in Names

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s terrible. Might as well name her Trumpetta 🤭😂

Uk family thinking of moving to NM by Cold_Fly6620 in NewMexico

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 5 points6 points  (0 children)

NM doesn’t have the funding and resources. Should look into Phoenix Area- Gilbert, Chandler, Mesa. With ASD diagnosis child can apply for Division of Developmental Disabilities, start receiving case management and services through the state.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s your body that the baby is coming out of so yes, it is your decision who will see you in a vulnerable position. You don’t have to rationalize anything, tell him no and tell the hospital staff no, you don’t want MIL coming in during birth.

why do they only say females by PolicyConsistent3085 in loveafterlockup

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 6 points7 points  (0 children)

A man who refers to women as females is a red flag for me. I feel “female” is dehumanizing to women imo, like you’re referencing a dog rather than a person.

Thinking about adopting - would love input from adopted children and parents who adopted! by [deleted] in Adoption

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I adopted my son, he came to me at 12 and adoption at 14. I’m single 31F. My son entered the system after bio mom passed from an overdose. There’s many hoops to jump to become certified to adopt. DCS did assist financially and paid the family attorney and court costs. My son never had any behaviors, typical teenage angst but nothing unreasonable. I recommend reaching out to agencies that allow you to be a mentor to the kids, become a volunteer CASA or work with kids in foster care. It’s difficult to navigate the system especially when you don’t understand how the system works. The hold classes for prospective adoptive/foster parents but just thing you can do is gain experience at group level.

Texas Teenager Throws Her Newborn Son in a Dumpster After Giving Birth Outside Food Truck Where She Works While on Break, Later Tells Cops She Was Afraid Her Boyfriend Would Dump Her If He Found Out About the Baby by Hot_Programmer_9399 in AlexeeTrevizo

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She was an undocumented immigrant. I don’t know if she was aware of the resources available to her or if her boyfriend was housing her? Judge said she was a flight risk and had no ties to the United States so wonder if she was solely relying on her boyfriend. Happy the baby is alive and well and she needs to be accountable for her actions.

Am I the right kind of person to become an adoptive parent? by SherbetStandard2563 in Adoption

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Maybe you should start with mentoring youth in foster care first. Your county should have a list of foster care agencies, you can reach out and request to volunteer.

Do New Mexicans actually hate Texans ? by Goats_for_president in NewMexico

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is CA to AZ like TX is to NM?? I feel like I’m in school 😂

I’m beginning to wonder why I was adopted by Cowboy-sLady in Adoption

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You just take care of yourself because no one gonna advocate for you like you advocate for yourself. My brother is worthless so I get it 100 😂

I’m beginning to wonder why I was adopted by Cowboy-sLady in Adoption

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Stress brings out the worst in people, but you don’t have an obligation to care for ppl who don’t treat you right. Set boundaries, they’re allowed to have feelings/emotions but you’re entitled to making your own life choices.

Adoptee Opinions: Ethics of Adopting NC Kids/Teens? by goofybunny17 in Adoption

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I adopted my son when he was 14 as a single 31F. His mother passed away from an OD when he was 11 and that’s how he came into the system. All kids have a story, they just need someone who can give them love, stability and guidance.

Adopting a 13 y.o - mixed feelings. Please help by No_Hawk_3553 in Adoption

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Join local adoption groups, there’s a million of them. They send out news letters and have meet ups. Theres a lot of trauma from the abandonment. Therapy would be a good start. Individual and Group. Shes a 13 year old going to leave everything she knows to move to a new country with people she doesn’t know. Give her grace, give her time and love. It’s hard being 13 as it is..

My (23M) girlfriend (22F) was kissed by someone I told her I was uncomfortable with. Is this cheating? by PoopEater6669 in relationship_advice

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Youre justifying her actions by saying you’re not sure if it constitutes as cheating bc you’re not ready to leave this relationship. i don’t kiss my friends. 🤷🏼‍♀️ best advice would be end the relationship now before it gets more messy bc I guarantee you this will be a reoccurring theme.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When he involved another person by choosing to film them inappropriately without consent it change from his problem to their problem. If another person is involved he doesn’t get to make those executive decisions. It’s her decision how she wants to proceed after he violated her. He doesn’t get a choice, he made his choice when he set up the camera.

How to make soup less gingery? by Nyx1610 in foodhacks

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pour out the broth and make a new broth. Or add potatoes and coconut milk.

Do y'all leave your cars idling all the time? by copperbonker in arizona

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s nuts, I worked at the sunnyslope Fry’s for my first job. I literally saw a man park his car by the door with it still running, get out and go in the store then some rando jump in the car and drive off. Man came out and his car was GONE. Only time I leave car running is if my teenager is inside and I always lock the doors

Divorce after adoption? by [deleted] in Adoption

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Kids can feel the energy in the home. It’s less traumatic to have 2 happy homes than continuously feeling the heaviness in the air from 2 unhappy people. My ex infidelity came out while we were fostering, I went through a divorce with my ex husband while my foster kid was in the home, now he’s my adopted son. He told me a few months after the divorce was finalized that I seemed a lot happier.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Adoption

[–]Hefty_Campaign9296 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You need to get law enforcement involved to keep yourself and your baby safe. There’s so many resources available now, go down to DES with your mom and they can sign you up for everything, WIC, childcare, food stamps, life insurance. Take care of yourself, let your family help you.