What is birthmom day? I'm sure most people have never heard of it before. I haven't until a few months ago when my friend (and birthmom) Coley told me about it. Birthmom day was started in 1990 by a group of birthmom that wanted to be recognized at this time of year. So the Saturday before Mother's day is set aside for birthmoms. Some places hold Birthmom day events (like the one Coley just organized today - check out www.birthmombuds.com then look under birthmom day 2007), but I do not think enough people know about this day and take the time to acknowledge all the birthmom out there that are spending this weekend alone and hurting. They do have thier children with them, and yet society will not acknowledge them as being mothers.
So I just wanted to wish Carrie a happy birthmom day! She is a wonderful woman. She is also a mom to 2 little boys. (well maybe not so little but you get my point).
Also - Happy Birthmom's Day to you too Coley. You are a wonderful mom to your two little boys. N. and C. are two lucky boys to be able to call you mom and burpmom. :) I have learned so much from you, your honesty and most of all your friendship.
Picture taken Jan 2006 - you can just see the love in Carrie's face as she goes in for a kiss.
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