Adoption Speaker - February 27, 2010
SPEAKER DETAILS
I have invited an Adoptive Mom to speak about her families' experiences after bringing home three children adopted from Russia. Cheri and her husband live in southern Minnesota. They have one biological son and completed adoption of three more children in 2006. Her children are now ages 11, 10, 8, and 6 years old. Cheri will describe the destructive behaviors that nearly destroyed their family, the extensive counseling they had, and most importantly the changes they are making that are turning theirs into a story of hope and healing.
The presentation will be no cost, and will be held on Saturday, February 27th.
Lunch available from 11:30 to noon, Speaker/QA/Discussion noon to 3:00 pm
Penn Lake Library
8800 Penn Avenue South (88th and Penn)
Bloomington, MN 55431-2023
(952) 847-5800
Make a note on your calendar and plan to set that date aside to hear a very engaging presentation and be in the accepting presence of other adoptive parents. Cheri is passionate about sharing her story. She hopes that through this talk she can inspire and inform other parents who long for peaceful and genuine connections with their children.
Adoptive Moms Support Group
Meets one evening each month.
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Free and open to all adoptive Moms.
Share coffee, tea, and support with other adoptive parents in a safe relaxed atmosphere.
Use email or phone for more information.
Waiting Parents Group
It’s Like Lamaze for Adoptive Moms and Dads
Paperwork is done (whew!) and now you are waiting for a referral. Share the joys and challenges of your wait with other soon-to-be parents, while you discover fun and practical tips.
Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Phone for information on a upcoming dates.
Ramsey Professional Building
311 Ramsey Street, St. Paul, MN 55102
• Building Healthy Attachment starting the moment you meet your child
• Understanding Adoption from the Child’s Viewpoint (at different ages )
• Preparing Family and Friends
• Holidays – With your Child and While You Wait
• Happy Marriage now and with the addition of children
• Answering YOUR specific questions
6-week group costs $80.00/couple, $50/single
To register phone 651-294-2406 or email peggythomsen@hotmail.com with your name, email address, and phone number.
Make check payable to Margaret Thomsen. Mail Payment to: Peggy Thomsen, 311 Ramsey Street, Suite 105, St. Paul, MN 55102 to reserve your space.