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I would like everyone's opinion - Here is the story:
I have always been open about my son that I put up for adoption to everyone around me. I figured if he was to ever come back into my life I did not want to shock anyone and he would be welcomed by everyone around me.
Anyway here is my story:
I received a phone call from a friend she said she didn't know if this was just a coincidence but she felt like she had to tell me just in case. She went to work on Monday and one of the lady's who work with her was telling my friend how she had a friend who's child died from a drug overdose. As the story went on the lady mentioned he was adopted. My friend said she just couldn't quit thinking about it - she went home and pulled out the paper to read the obituary. She called me when she realized this boy was born on Valentine's Day - she remembered that was when mine was born because I would always be so sad on that day. So she asked me what year he was born and when I told her 1985 she said "Well it could still be a coincidence". Then I told her I knew they named him Matthew Steven and she started crying - it was him.
I cannot begin to explain the emotions I feel right now - some closure (which I feel guilty for feeling), some pure sadness - I have cried myself to sleep every night for right over a week now.
In this I find out that a man I work with has a daughter who dates the adoptive dad. Found out adoptive parents divorced. He then tells me that Matt was a problem child. Started doing drugs at 16 and was very violent when on drugs. His parents had him arrested numerous times for destroying property and domestic abuse. I learned that 2 months after I placed him for adoption the adoptive mom found out she was pregnant and that my son always felt like he was not good enough because he was adopted. I am so sure that these people loved him and did everything possible to try to help him through his emotional problems. I was told he had depression problems and was ADD (both hereditary through my side). He went to a party one night did some drugs and drinking and then went to bed. The next morning everyone woke but him. He was 21.
I am sad because all the questions I had will never be answered - I will never know what he sounded like - was he funny - was he loving when not on drugs - etc. I have a picture of him from the obituary and he looks just like me. I am completely obsessed and stare at this picture over and over day after day trying to make sense of what has happened. It is so hard to make the decision to place a child for adoption but you love that child soo much you would do anything for them to have a better life than you can provide. It is so hard because things were not suppose to end this way - his life was suppose to be great. I definately think you are what you decide to make of yourself and do not "blame" his adoptive parents for anything at all. I know they did everything humanly possible for him as any parent would. There was just something missing in his life that they could not fix. And if I had to do it all over again - as much as it hurts - I would not change a thing.
So here is my question - I so badly would like to have a real picture of him - not a picture from his obituary. Would it be wrong of me to mail a letter to his adoptive parents with my sympathy and ask for a picture?
I appreciate all opinions
Thanks for listening!
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I would write them, and share your sympathies. I would mention how you found out and ask them if when they are ready you could meet with them and talk about his life or see pictures or video or whatever. Let them know how much you care for them and how you don't blame them for anything and how you were so happy they were such loving and caring parents to him.
I think it might actually lift a burden off their shoulders. I'm sure they have thought of you and wish to let you know....but the idea of 1-trying to find the bfamily 2- having to tell them he has passed away, and 3- he was a troubled teenager might be more than they would be able to handle while greiving his passing.
It might bring them peace to know that you have heard and you do not blame them. Maybe it would help them have some closure as well.
I am so sorry for your loss.
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Dear Amy, I am also so sorry for your loss. you must be besides yourself. but my first thought is to wait just a little...let the funeral pass, and then write the letter. Unless of course you were planning on attending. But when you feel the time is right I hope they are receptive to your request for information about your son. He was part of you. love and light, healingfeeling
So sorry to hear of your loss. As an adoptive parent I think it is perfectly acceptable to contact the adoptive parents IMHO. Sounds like you don't blame them for anything and maybe you guys can get together and talk and celebrate the good things about your son's life.Best Wishes,SnapsNew Mommy to Domestic Princess:cheer:
Oh my gosh, I am so very sorry for you and your precious son and the afamily. It broke my heart to read your story. :grouphug:
I would let a little time pass also and then contact the aparents. If it was me, I would be very open to hearing from you and possibly meeting with you and sharing what I have. You both experienced a horrific loss. This can not be denied by anyone. She may even be wondering how to contact you.
I wish you peace. :grouphug:
I know this thread a little old, but I'll try any way. Is there a way that you can find out where he is buried? My thought is that maybe you can visit his burial site and say your goodbyes to him. I feel that may give you some closure. That is my plan. If and when I find my mother and if she has passed away that is what I will do. I have a child that was stillborn due to a genetic disease that I have. With no medical information I was not prepared for that to happen. I do visit my daughter's grave and bring her flowers and talk to her. It helps me deal with her death. You do have the right to grieve. He may have been raised with Aparents, but he is your son.
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