In this powerful episode, we continue our celebration of adoption stories—each one unique, personal, and deeply moving. I’m honored to introduce you to Jeanette Jolley, a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in high-end television production, and more importantly, a fellow adoptee with a story that will stay with you long after the episode ends.
In her early twenties, Jeanette felt the pull to search for her birth mother—a journey filled with uncertainty, courage, and hope. But what she didn’t expect was this: her birth mother had already been searching for her. Their paths, once separated, were unknowingly moving toward a long-awaited and divinely timed reunion.
Jeanette’s story is raw, heartfelt, and beautifully human. It reminds us that adoption isn’t a one-size-fits-all experience. It’s complex. It’s redemptive. And sometimes, it’s filled with the kind of unexpected grace only God could orchestrate.
Whether you're an adoptee, an adoptive parent, or someone simply drawn to stories of restoration and identity, this episode will encourage your heart and challenge your assumptions. Because when it comes to adoption, every story matters—and no two journeys are ever the same.
Check out the clip from the Richard Simmons' Show when Jeanette met her birth mother
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