A Letter For Allison

I wanted to write a letter to you on the occasion of your 20th birthday. Sweetie, the day that the plane landed in Detroit from Seoul, Korea and they put you in my arms, was one of the greatest days of my life. I will always remember the feeling of overwhelming love and joy that filled my heart as I looked down at you for the first time. All I could do was hold you close to my heart while the tears dropped on your beautiful face.

Do you know that you were a answer to our prayers? We had prayed for God to bless us with children and we hoped for a daughter. But God gave us the best daughter in the world! Ryan, as a two-year old wanted to send you back, but we were not going to let you go anywhere. I know that we argue sometimes (which is normal for Moms and daughters), but we have never regretted the day you came into our family.

You complete our family. I hope you know how much we loved you then and how much more we love you now. Your birth mother knew that she could not give you the life that you deserved. We appreciate that her love for you allowed us to be able to adopt you. Adoption is a wonderful reflection of love on both sides. Without it, we would never have known the joy that we have had with you and your brother.

As you prepare to spread your wings soon, I want you to know that you are my angel from heaven. I love you and am so proud of you. Remember that we will be here if you need us always.

Love, Mom and Dad