FAQs

  • I wrote this book because I didn’t see many stories like mine being told—stories of international adoptees who are navigating the complexities of identity, race, and belonging. I wanted to create something that would empower children and adoptees to explore their own journeys while helping adoptive parents understand the emotions and questions that can arise. This book is really an invitation for more open, transparent conversations about adoption—about what it means to ask, ‘Where are you from?’ and how that question can have different meanings for different people.

  • To share my vision and re-imagination of this common question in my own words, and in my life.

  • It is okay to be curious, it is okay if you want to know more. It is okay to be hurt, to be sad, to be happy, to be confused, sometimes all at the same time. Take the time and space you need to do what’s best for you, be patient and kind with yourself, and with others.

  • Absolutely! We may not be able to provide licensed or legal assistance but if sharing my experience or my thoughts would be helpful to you, I will do my best to support you!

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