********* Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Some on here may remember me posting about how my mother abandonded me as a child when I was 8. She just plain ol' quit coming to visitation. Long story, very sad, very involved. I was raised by dad and stepmom. I looked my mom up when I was 17, she lived across town, :001_huh:, went to see her, she didn't recognize me. We talked for a bit, gave her my info, she never followed up. Very long story short there. :tongue_smilie: Anyway, fast forward to today. December 26, 2011. My mom's sister, Aunt Sharon, whom, I foggily remember snippits of from about age 4 or 5 (from before we were forbidden from seeing anyone blood related to my mom), FRIENDED ME ON FACEBOOK. I'm so exicted. The sweet lady even said she would understand if I didn't want to friend her and 'open old wounds'. Good gracious lady, I've been LONGING to find you all! I am currently 'friends' with my cousin, aunt, and uncle on facebook. You have no idea what this means to me. We were not allowed to even speak of my mother's family, let alone see them or spend time with them. I lost all contact with them. This is quite a thing. It's not my mother. But it's her family. And they loved me. They *love* me now, and according to Aunt Sharon, they have always, and have been thinking of me and my sisters. :001_smile: Me very happy. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susann Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 What a wonderful Christmas present!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In the Rain Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 :grouphug::001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaffodilDreams Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Awww. This brought tears to my eyes. I'm so happy for you. Enjoy the new connection. I hope it's a blessed one for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErinE Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 How wonderful! What a fantastic gift for the holiday season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kolamum Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 :grouphug: So sweet, I hope it brings many answers for you and much love. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5kidsforME Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Some on here may remember me posting about how my mother abandonded me as a child when I was 8. She just plain ol' quit coming to visitation. Long story, very sad, very involved. I was raised by dad and stepmom. I looked my mom up when I was 17, she lived across town, :001_huh:, went to see her, she didn't recognize me. We talked for a bit, gave her my info, she never followed up. Very long story short there. :tongue_smilie: Anyway, fast forward to today. December 26, 2011. My mom's sister, Aunt Sharon, whom, I foggily remember snippits of from about age 4 or 5 (from before we were forbidden from seeing anyone blood related to my mom), FRIENDED ME ON FACEBOOK. I'm so exicted. The sweet lady even said she would understand if I didn't want to friend her and 'open old wounds'. Good gracious lady, I've been LONGING to find you all! I am currently 'friends' with my cousin, aunt, and uncle on facebook. You have no idea what this means to me. We were not allowed to even speak of my mother's family, let alone see them or spend time with them. I lost all contact with them. This is quite a thing. It's not my mother. But it's her family. And they loved me. They *love* me now, and according to Aunt Sharon, they have always, and have been thinking of me and my sisters. :001_smile: Me very happy. :D That is incredbile! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fhjmom Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 So happy for you!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwg Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 How nice!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scuff Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Like! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OLG Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Sweet!!!:grouphug: Nice to see FB bringing joy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 That is awesome. About 3 years ago a woman found me on FB and emailed me saying she thought i might be her sister and asked if we could be friends on FB. Turns out I was not the sister she was looking for, but we are FB friends now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbara in NH Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Hi Bethany, I saw your post & was thrilled for you! I hope that this will help you to fill in the gaps and make connections to your Mom. I hear the excitement that you are experiencing in the new knowledge that family that you thought had no thought or love for you in fact do love you. ; ) Blessings & Have a wonderful 2012, Barbara in NH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 :001_smile::001_smile::001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura in MI Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Awesome! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Rat Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 That's wonderful, Bethany! I hope it's only the beginning of meetings for you. Facebook has it's good side! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbkaren Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 [sniff] where's that darned "like" button when I need it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joker Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 That's a great Christmas story! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuirkyKapers Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 I can see how that is the best Christmas gift ever!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joy at Home Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 So happy for you:crying: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caitlinsmom Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 :) That is a great gift! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kathymuggle Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 awww....and kudos to you and your aunt for being open! kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThisIsTheDay Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Bethany, that gives me chills for you. How wonderful. I'm praying for a healing of your heart and a closeness to your mom's family that helps to bring you some peace. :grouphug::001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myeightkiddies Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 I'm so happy for you. It is a wonderful Christmas gift!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teachin'Mine Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Bethany I am so happy for you!!! They are lucky to have you back in their lives. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindergretta Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 :grouphug: That is just awesome!! I hope she can give you the gift of your history. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
********* Posted December 27, 2011 Author Share Posted December 27, 2011 Oh! My goodness! My other aunt, too! Oh goodness! I swear I'm four years old again right now... :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Some on here may remember me posting about how my mother abandonded me as a child when I was 8. She just plain ol' quit coming to visitation. Long story, very sad, very involved. I was raised by dad and stepmom. I looked my mom up when I was 17, she lived across town, :001_huh:, went to see her, she didn't recognize me. We talked for a bit, gave her my info, she never followed up. Very long story short there. :tongue_smilie: Anyway, fast forward to today. December 26, 2011. My mom's sister, Aunt Sharon, whom, I foggily remember snippits of from about age 4 or 5 (from before we were forbidden from seeing anyone blood related to my mom), FRIENDED ME ON FACEBOOK. I'm so exicted. The sweet lady even said she would understand if I didn't want to friend her and 'open old wounds'. Good gracious lady, I've been LONGING to find you all! I am currently 'friends' with my cousin, aunt, and uncle on facebook. You have no idea what this means to me. We were not allowed to even speak of my mother's family, let alone see them or spend time with them. I lost all contact with them. This is quite a thing. It's not my mother. But it's her family. And they loved me. They *love* me now, and according to Aunt Sharon, they have always, and have been thinking of me and my sisters. :001_smile: Me very happy. :D This brought tears to my eyes :grouphug:! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie4b Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 :grouphug: :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Mabeline Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy in FL. Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Happy for you! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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