Carolyn

Carolyn was left on a doorstep in Daytona Beach on Christmas Day, 1929. She was subsequently placed for adoption on May 13, 1930. Over the years, she searched for her birthmother, even though she knew she may never find her ... the basket in which Carolyn was left had very few clues about where she came from. Though Carolyn never found her birthparents, she shared a very touching poem she wrote about her adoptive parents, offering a glimpse into her love and appreciation for her family.

 My Parents

They took me for their very own,
When I was just a babe unknown.
Although 40-odd years of their life had passed,
They undertook this responsibility,
And fulfilled to their very last.

They fed and clothed me and gave me a home,
Never let me feel alone.
They loved, cuddled and protected me,
Very lenient at times and strict when need be.

They taught me values not written in books,
These values from their hearts they took.
I know at times I hurt and disappointed them,
Yet, their loved sustained me to their end.

Few daughters have been so
Blessed as me,
To have had such good people
My parents chose to be.
I pray they both will always know
How very much I loved them also.