T-shirts are likely the first fundraiser that comes to every adoptive families minds! We have created a design for each of our adoption processes, and they are individually personal and precious to us because they are a memento of each journey.
Tees are also about spreading awareness. A fellow adoptive momma purchased one of our "Jesus Hears the Orphan, So Do I" tees, and it led to a beautiful revelation in the doctor's office! She shares her experience here:
Just wanting to let you know that your t-shirt sparked a conversation today and helped change a heart! We were getting medical updates for our home study. The male nurse was asking me what was needed for adoption, and asked if this was my first child. I told him I have 3 children, 2 biological and 1 adopted, and this adoption will bring home my 4th. He questioned my pregnancies for the form, then said, "You chose to adopt even though you could have had more of your own." It stumped him. He said his fiancé has said the same thing, but he doesn't understand. Then he READ MY SHIRT! And said now I get it!!!! Today gave him a different perspective.
This momma's story, combined with the questions he was asking and a message on her shirt, made a young man realize adoption is not solely about having children. It's about understanding there are millions of children without families who deserve one of their own! It's about understanding every child is precious to our heavenly Father, and He has given all of us the responsibility of caring for them so they are orphaned no more. So much more than just a shirt!
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