In this episode, Gene Trowbridge shares his adoption story and the impact it had on his life. He discusses his early years as an adoptee, including the process of being adopted and his name change. Gene also shares the story of Marybeth, a girl who briefly lived with his family and the effect it had on him. He reflects on his relationship with his parents and the challenges they faced. Gene then discusses his decision to adopt his own children and the different perspectives his daughters, Amy and Emily, had on adoption. The episode concludes with the tragic end to Amy's life. In this episode, Gene shares his personal journey as an adoptee, focusing on his sister Amy's experiences with abandonment and her love for horses. He then discusses his decision to reach out to his biological mother and the discovery of six half siblings. Gene reflects on meeting his biological family and the different reactions he received. He also explores the challenges and emotions of being an adoptee and offers advice to other adoptees. The episode concludes with Emily expressing gratitude for Gene's vulnerability and positive message.

Story Notes:

🤝Gene's Adoption Story Begins

🤝Growing Up as an Adoptee

🤝The Impact of the Marybeth Story

🤝Amy's Adoption and Her Perspective

🤝Emily's Adoption and Her Perspective

🤝Reaching Out to Biological Mother