Ferris Wheel

It's a common analogy to compare adoption to riding a roller coaster.  It's scary and it's thrilling all at the same time and it literally has its ups and downs.

I decided it's better instead to think of the adoption process as a Ferris wheel.  As we wait for our turn to get off - and we will eventually get off - let's at least enjoy the view from the top. 

The Ferris wheel in Ocean City, N.J., where I spent childhood summers