Spanning more than 6,900 acres and stretching over five different towns, the Salmon River State Forest is one of Connecticut's most pristine sections of untouched nature. Our Connecticut adoption professionals think all nature lovers in the area should see this majestic forest at least once. There are plenty of fun outdoor activities to enjoy here, [...]
Also known as "Philly From The Top", One Liberty Observation Deck offers the premier view of Philadelphia, with 360-degree views of the entire city and suburbs, as well as southern New Jersey. Looking out over the entire city of nearly 2 million people really is a sight to behold, especially when the sun is setting. [...]
For over 50 years, Prantl's Bakery has been a Pittsburgh institution. This family-owned business was founded in 1967 by Henry and Joyce Prantl, who retired 40 years later in 2007. The flagship location of the bakery has actually had a bakery in continuous operation for over 100 years. It's a German-style bakery with a huge [...]
It is important to respect others cultural background, especially when it comes to your own child. For adoptive parents it is important to introduce your family's culture equally with embracing the child's "birth culture." Here's just a few ways to celebrate and honor your child's birth culture at home. Books/Movies/TV Shows: It is not enough [...]
If you're a fan of model trains and you live within driving distance of Allentown, we highly recommend making a trip to the Merchants Square Model Train Exhibit. This magnificent display is truly heaven-on-earth for model train enthusiasts, with its main display stretching 78 feet long and 36 feet wide. But this main display is [...]
Virginia is a naturally beautiful state, with gorgeous mountains, beaches, forests, lakes, and nature preserves. Our Virginia adoption agents think it's important for families to spend quality time together in the beautiful great outdoors of this state. Here are some of our favorite places to camp in Chesapeake and surrounding areas: Chesapeake Campground If you're [...]
In our opinion, New England has some of the best nature preserves, hiking trails, and other outdoor recreation areas in the country. The Glastonbury area, in particular, is full of excellent places to enjoy a sweat-inducing hike while taking in the majestic views surrounding the trails. Our Connecticut adoption professionals love hiking at the following [...]
It is perfectly normal to have reservations about including the birth parents into your families life, however before you dismiss open adoption remember that it is all up to the comfort level of you and the birth parents. Setting up healthy communication boundaries is normal. Below are some key points on finding your communication comfort [...]
For generations, American families have been enjoying family trips to the zoo. Fortunately for families in Delaware, Wilmington's Brandywine Zoo is a world-class option with a large collection of animals from all corners of the globe. The Zoo is also active in conservation efforts and regularly hosts educational events and programs. Our Wilmington adoption professionals [...]
Hidden deep in Fairmount Park lies one of Philadelphia's strangest and most mysterious oddities. The Cave of Klepius is thought by some to have been the site of America's first Doomsday Cult, a group known as "the Hermits of the Wissahickon" or "The Society of the Woman in the Wilderness." Skeptics posit that the cave [...]
