Young Woman Adopts an Orphan Boy and Finds Out He Is Her Biological Brother – Story of the Day
After her mother died giving birth to her sibling, Samantha only had her stepfather, Martin, left. Years later, she got married and had trouble getting pregnant, so she decided to adopt. But after a trip to the hospital, they discovered something shocking and heartbreaking.
“Martin, Thomas and I are going to adopt a child. We have already decided,” Samantha told her stepfather, Martin, who was her only family left in the world aside from her husband.
Her mother, Tracy, died giving birth to her sibling when Samantha was 18. Sadly, the baby passed away too, as it was a difficult delivery. Samantha and Martin were heartbroken and bonded over the experience.
Samantha saw a little boy who looked sad. | Source: Shutterstock
Samantha’s biological father disappeared many years ago, and Martin had been the only paternal figure in her life for a long time. Because of this, he eventually became like her real father which is why he walked her down the aisle when she married Thomas at 20 years old. She wanted to have a big family and couldn’t wait to have children. That’s why they married so young.
Unfortunately, three years had passed, and nothing was working. They did two rounds of IVF and still nothing, so adoption seemed like the best option for them at that point.
“I think that’s a great decision, Sam. Are you going to adopt a baby or an older child?” Martin asked, thinking it was beautiful that they might become parents at last.
“We don’t know. We’re going to the local orphanage and meeting with the director about it. But there are adoption agencies too. We’re going to explore all out options,” Samantha explained, excited at the idea of finally becoming a mother.
She decided to talk to him. | Source: Pexels
They lived in Washington D.C. and knew of an orphanage near their home where they could meet some kids and see if an older child would work for them. So they made an appointment and were greeted by the kind director, who showed them around.
Most of the kids were outside playing in the big garden, and Samantha was glad they had such a beautiful facility. But one kid caught her attention. He was sitting at the side with his head on his knees. Her heartstrings were pulled by the scene, and she asked if she could approach him. The director said yes.
“Hey, kid. What’s wrong?” Samantha asked the child, kneeling in...