Diary of a Not-So-Angry Asian Adoptee
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My name is Christina Romo, and I am a Korean adoptee. Diary of a Not-So-Angry Asian Adoptee is a place where I share openly about my journey as an adoptee, a mom, an adoption professional, and an advocate along with the issues that I am passionate about and inspire me to write.
Diary of a Not-So-Angry Asian Adoptee
2y ago
(Adapted from the 2017 version of this post) The lives of parents often center around their children—loving and supporting them; meeting their needs; helping to shape their identities; and instilling within them the values, morals, and life lessons we hope they will carry with them throughout their lives. Parenthood is not easy by any means ..read more
Diary of a Not-So-Angry Asian Adoptee
2y ago
Note: I want to acknowledge the fact that transracial adoption encompasses a diverse spectrum of family compositions. However, a vast majority of the transracially adoptive families with whom I have worked include white parents who have adopted children of color. This disproportionality is reflected across the board in all types of adoption, so this post ..read more
Diary of a Not-So-Angry Asian Adoptee
2y ago
10. You have a right to feel the way you do about your adoption journey. Adoption is complicated and messy and wonderful and heartbreaking. Life may feel wonderful to you now or it may feel confusing and awful. Know that your feelings about being adopted are valid and will likely change throughout your life—and that ..read more
Diary of a Not-So-Angry Asian Adoptee
2y ago
I received a request for my latest social media post to be turned into a profile frame for Facebook, etc. Unfortunately, Facebook is not currently allowing for the creation of new frames, but I do want to make these frames available to you for your use. If you choose to add these to your social ..read more
Diary of a Not-So-Angry Asian Adoptee
2y ago
Everyone seems to have their own opinions about healing. And I find it so incredibly harmful and frustrating when someone attempts to project their experiences with and beliefs about healing onto others because they have healed and have moved on from their traumas and expect others to do so as well. Here’s the thing about ..read more
Diary of a Not-So-Angry Asian Adoptee
2y ago
I was recently invited to be on a show called America’s NEXT Motivator—created and hosted by fellow advocate, Cedric Riley. My first recorded interview! Cedric was an absolutely wonderful host, and I truly appreciated and enjoyed our conversation! Included below is a transcript and the audio from our interview. Please click on the image caption ..read more
Diary of a Not-So-Angry Asian Adoptee
2y ago
Imagine waking up one morning and immediately being met by someone who informs you that you are moving and are leaving that day. You are allowed to take only the items that will fit into one small bag. Nobody is telling you where you are going or why you have to leave. You dress quickly ..read more
Diary of a Not-So-Angry Asian Adoptee
2y ago
Have you ever come close to finishing a puzzle, only to discover there are a few pieces missing? Have you ever read a mystery that has no resolution? Have you ever forgotten a word or a name that sends you on a search for clues to help you remember? Have you ever heard a song ..read more
Diary of a Not-So-Angry Asian Adoptee
2y ago
The silence is so deafening and the depths of loneliness can sometimes feel like an endless abyss. There are many, many days where I am very present in the moment and I can feel my heart open to the love and support around me. I cherish those moments and hold onto them for dear life ..read more
Diary of a Not-So-Angry Asian Adoptee
2y ago
I have worked in the child welfare and adoption field for well over a decade—starting out as a volunteer Guardian ad Litem, and as an adoption professional working with parents and young adults who have experienced foster care and adoption. I also have my own journey as an adoptee to add to that experience. I ..read more