Open adoption, by definition means there is some kind of communication between the birth parent(s) and adoptive parent(s) of a child. It can be a spectrum of communication. It can range from visiting each other weekly, to sending a postcard once a year. It also includes exchanging family medical information. By definition almost ALL domestic (US adoptions) are open just by the mere fact that it is standard procedure to at least pass on the family medical background to adoptive parents.
Why am I glad? Today I come home from running and my youngest tells me his heart hurts. So what does that mean? Well for 99% of the time I would give a hug and kiss and have him lay down.
Except for one thing.
I know his family medical history.
Called the doctor and we are off to see our medical professional this afternoon.
I am sure it is nothing. I would never forgive myself if it was something.
Jan 27, 2012
Jan 13, 2012
One of My Favorite Recipes
I need to post this yet again. I got it from my friend, Kathi, and it's a family favorite. I have printed, reprinted, etc this recipe so many times. I decided, let's just post it on the blog so it's in one spot instead of bits of paper in corners of my kitchen. It is the best soup to cut the chill out of a fall or winter's day. Add garlic to the onion mixture for a bit of pep. Also, be flexible. I have used canned corn when frozen wasn't around. Use a spicy sausage for a kick as well. The lemonade in the background? What can I say... I have kids.
Corn and Kielbasa Chowder
8 oz kielbasa, thinly slices
2 onions, finely chopped
1 T butter
1 14.5 oz can chicken broth
1 large baking potato, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 cup half and half (milk can be a substitute)
1 1-lb bag of frozen corn thawed (have used canned as a sub)
1 tsp marjoram
salt and pepper
Heat a deep skillet or a wide 4-6 quart pot over medium heat. Add kielbasa and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, about mins. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate.
Add the onions and butter to the pan and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 6 mins. Add the broth, marjoram, and potato and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and let simmer until potatoes are tender. About 10 mins. Add the half and half and corn and cook, stirring until heated through.
Using a blender or food processor, puree 1 cup chowder until smooth. Stir the puree back into the chowder along with browned kielbasa and season to taste.
Dig in! Prep time 10 mins, cook time 15-25 mins.
8 oz kielbasa, thinly slices
2 onions, finely chopped
1 T butter
1 14.5 oz can chicken broth
1 large baking potato, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 cup half and half (milk can be a substitute)
1 1-lb bag of frozen corn thawed (have used canned as a sub)
1 tsp marjoram
salt and pepper
Heat a deep skillet or a wide 4-6 quart pot over medium heat. Add kielbasa and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, about mins. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate.
Add the onions and butter to the pan and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 6 mins. Add the broth, marjoram, and potato and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and let simmer until potatoes are tender. About 10 mins. Add the half and half and corn and cook, stirring until heated through.
Using a blender or food processor, puree 1 cup chowder until smooth. Stir the puree back into the chowder along with browned kielbasa and season to taste.
Dig in! Prep time 10 mins, cook time 15-25 mins.
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