http://www.blogtalkradio.com/connieHonest and Transparent Conversations with Adoptees,Adoptive Parents, Adoption Advocates and Professionals. Everything you want to know, the real deal.enCopyright Connie Going (C/O Blogtalkradio)Sat, 15 Jun 2019 07:45:00 GMTThu, 08 Dec 2016 17:00:00 GMTParentsBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/85af3c85-1ef6-4757-89ed-ee3d13ad2d49_unnamed-5.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connieHonest and Transparent Conversations with Adoptees,Adoptive Parents, Adoption Advocates and Professionals. Everything you want to know, the real deal.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comAdoption,Adoptive families,Child Welfare,Children,ParentingConnieGoingyesEverything you thought you knew but didn't about Adoptionepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/12/08/like-it-is-connie-unscensoredmoving-forward-in-adoptionParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/12/08/like-it-is-connie-unscensoredmoving-forward-in-adoption/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/12/08/like-it-is-connie-unscensoredmoving-forward-in-adoptionThu, 08 Dec 2016 17:00:00 GMTLike It Is, Connie Unscensored....moving forward in Adoption!Never have our voices been so needed in Adoption. Nationally everyday our child welfare system is struggling to find famlies for our waiting children and support those families. Listen, call in and catch up on what is happening Nationally Right NOW and  learn what you can do to help. Remember " You Don't Know What You Don't Know". Don't miss Connie as she shares the latest updates from around the Nation in Adoption, welcomes your input and help all know... we matter in making positive changes.   00:28:00ConnieGoingyesDon't miss what is happening in Adoption RIGHT NOW! 2016 is ending but there is SO much work to do!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/10/13/like-it-is-nancy-bostock-full-circle-lessons-a-voice-for-changeParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/10/13/like-it-is-nancy-bostock-full-circle-lessons-a-voice-for-change/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/10/13/like-it-is-nancy-bostock-full-circle-lessons-a-voice-for-changeThu, 13 Oct 2016 16:00:00 GMTLike it Is, Nancy Bostock ... Full Circle Lessons, A Voice for ChangeNancy Bostick is the ultimate Mom and business Woman. With too may awards to count, Nancy is the CEO and President of Chemical Standards Laboratory as well as a former Pinellas County  Commisioner and School Board Member. She and her husband Craig, have three beautiful children who are now young adults. Her son, whom  they adopted at a young age from Foster Care  began to have struggles and challenges  in his pre teen years.  With very little support systems avaliable for Adoptive families at that time, and no Adoption Competant or  Trauma Informed  Mental Health Providers  they were unable to sustain their son in their home. The only option being Foster Care, they unwillingly placed him in care for services but were very clear they were going to continue to be his parents. Always wanting what was best for their son, they held on and fought the system to advocate for him to recieve appropriate service. Without this they felt their son would be lost to a system where children were just numbers. The strength it took for the entire family to survive was incredible. Now Adults , Life has come full circle and their son is back in thier lives. Because no matter what... family is what counts and what goes the distance. This is  a story you must listen to... to learn and understand  just how hard Adoption and dealing with the system can be. In the end Family is what matters. You will be inspired. 00:59:00ConnieGoingyesadoption,fostercare,child welfare,parentingDon't Miss This Episode... Over time we grow & survive Adoption's ultimate challenges. Listen as Nancy shares her Family's story.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/10/06/like-it-is-katrina-stallings-trust-based-relational-intervention-adoptionParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/10/06/like-it-is-katrina-stallings-trust-based-relational-intervention-adoption/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/10/06/like-it-is-katrina-stallings-trust-based-relational-intervention-adoptionThu, 06 Oct 2016 16:00:00 GMTLike It Is, Katrina Stallings Trust Based Relational Intervention & AdoptionKatrina Stallings has over 25 years work in the field of Adoption, on the ground with Families and Children. Listen as we discuss how Trust Based Relational Intervention can impact Adoptive Families. TBRI has proven effective for all families but Katrina brings together her experiences in Adoption and Adoption Competent Practices to truly help Adoptive families. TBRI combines nurturing and structure in a way that teaches respect and compliance while also being loving and playful. TBRI uses immediate response approaches tailored to the level of misbehavior and the developmental level of your child. Since the delivery is positive and often playful, it allows the household to move on from conflicts quickly when they arise. No hard feelings. Is this educational tool something YOUR family could benefit from? Stay tuned .... and Learn more! 00:40:00ConnieGoingyesadoption,TBRI,Adoptive Families,Child Welfare,Foster CareDon't miss this candid conversation with Katrina Stallings and how TBRI can help YOUR family!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/09/29/like-it-is-gloria-west-lawson-a-one-woman-inspirationParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/09/29/like-it-is-gloria-west-lawson-a-one-woman-inspiration/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/09/29/like-it-is-gloria-west-lawson-a-one-woman-inspirationThu, 29 Sep 2016 16:00:00 GMTLike It Is, Gloria West-Lawson a One Woman Inspiration!Gloria West-Lawson never stops finding ways to make life better for Foster Children. Since 2005 when she left her job in child welfare she has PASSIONATELY worked to create nuturing Foster Homes with Supported Foster Parents who understand Trauma. Just a little about her non- profit Fostering Hope.Fostering Hope Florida is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to providing help to foster children and foster families in the Tampa Bay area. We provide homes, called Hope Houses, to foster parents who are interested in fostering siblings in foster care in Pinellas, Pasco and Hernando counties. We rely on donations to provide foster families with the necessary things to maintain an enriched family life. Foster children often come from difficult backgrounds and need a lot of nurturing, support and love from their foster families to help them enjoy the childhood they deserve. Gloria is also an adoptive parent to be of older teen boys and is constantly creating ways for the community to support her cause. Glorida is a true hero.... Listen and Learn more! 00:36:00ConnieGoingyesadoption,fostercare,foster care,children,child abuseDon't miss my conversation with Gloria West Lawson as she discusses her passion for changing the system one child at at time!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/09/26/like-it-is-susan-mcconnell-retake-following-your-dreams-to-make-a-differenceParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/09/26/like-it-is-susan-mcconnell-retake-following-your-dreams-to-make-a-difference/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/09/26/like-it-is-susan-mcconnell-retake-following-your-dreams-to-make-a-differenceMon, 26 Sep 2016 16:00:00 GMTLike it Is, Susan McConnell.. Retake, Following Your Dreams to Make a DifferenceAfter technical difficulties we are back  with the FULL interview with Susan McConnell, Adoptive mom and Ceo of Let it Be Us!. In her own words... As an adoptive mother, I founded Let it Be Us because I know how important it is that every child lives in, and is loved by, a family.  I have worked with the State of Illinois for over a decade with the goal of finding families for children in the foster care system who are available for adoption.  I’ve spent intimate time with these very adoptable children who do not have families and I’ve wondered why.  The fact that the United States has over 100,000 children in the foster care system who are legally available for adoption is simply unacceptable. Finally, as the recipient of a congressional award for my work in foster care, I have a responsibility and a passion toward this project.Let it Be Us is a 501(c)(3) dedicated to adoption and education of children in Illinois foster care. Funds raised go toward programs and projects that maximize the prospects of successful adoptions for these children.  We also use our funds to better care for the older children who will never have the opportunity to be adopted.  Through our Educational Mentorship Program, we provide tutoring and scholarships for these children so that they can care for and support themselves as they move out into the world. In short, if we can’t give them parents, we can at least give them an education. Learn more about her own personal Adoption Journey... an BE INSPIRED! 00:41:00ConnieGoingyesAdoption Issues,Adoptive Families,adoption,child abuse,child welfareDon't miss this honest conversation with Susan McConnell, Adoptive Mom and CEO of Let it Be Ushttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/09/22/susan-mcconnellParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/09/22/susan-mcconnell/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/09/22/susan-mcconnellThu, 22 Sep 2016 16:04:03 GMTsusan mcconnellwe are live 00:18:00ConnieGoingyesthe besthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/09/15/like-it-is-connie-going-uncensored-adoptive-families-behind-closed-doorsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/09/15/like-it-is-connie-going-uncensored-adoptive-families-behind-closed-doors/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/09/15/like-it-is-connie-going-uncensored-adoptive-families-behind-closed-doorsThu, 15 Sep 2016 16:00:00 GMTLike It Is... Connie Going Uncensored, Adoptive Families Behind Closed DoorsThroughout the Adoption process rarely do families share what is truly happening in their home with family, friends and especially their Adoption Worker. Why ? Because they do not want to be judged or worse loose their children. Step inside the perfect painting to discuss the challenges and what keeps parents  forgeing ahead.  As a very public family ,I have tried to show the reality but honestly the world only wants to see the "perfect picture, with a happy ending..." Today's show is about stepping aside from that facade, baring the facts but holding onto the reasons why we do what we do as parents.Is it hard ? Its the Hardest thing ever , but in the end its  a chosen journey with deep satisfaction and joy. 00:22:00ConnieGoingyesAdoption,Adoptive Families,Parenting,Rehoming,Child welfareWhat is really happening in Adoptive Homes? Let's be REAL about the struggle & the joyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/09/08/like-it-is-connie-going-uncensored-real-talk-about-system-issuesParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/09/08/like-it-is-connie-going-uncensored-real-talk-about-system-issues/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/09/08/like-it-is-connie-going-uncensored-real-talk-about-system-issuesThu, 08 Sep 2016 16:00:00 GMTLike It Is... Connie Going Uncensored, Real Talk about System IssuesThe show you have been waiitng for! Connie discusses System issues facing Adoptive Families. Navigating the process, How to Advocate for yourself and understand whast your rights are. Candid discussion, with answers to questions you have submitted as well as LIVE call in. Don't miss this!! 00:43:00ConnieGoingyesadoption,adoptive parents,children,child welfare,foster careDon't miss this LIVE show! Call in and let talk ! Real discussion about System issues!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/07/07/like-it-is-part-2-a-teens-voice-what-every-adoptive-parent-needs-to-knowParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/07/07/like-it-is-part-2-a-teens-voice-what-every-adoptive-parent-needs-to-know/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/07/07/like-it-is-part-2-a-teens-voice-what-every-adoptive-parent-needs-to-knowThu, 07 Jul 2016 16:00:00 GMTLike It Is... Part 2, A Teens Voice, What EVERY Adoptive Parent Needs To KnowTaylor Going is back, for Part 2 of our discussion of everything all  Adoptive Parents  should know about being a child in foster care and surviving it all. Learn how he overcame a childhood filled with neglect, went on to be adopted and then returned to Foster Care.  Listen as he shares about how he overcame growing up in residential in patient facilities and the abuse he suffered there. Although Taylor is private and  he is a regular teen, he is willing to open up about his life to help others. Please tune in either live or after. You will never forget what this young man has to say! 00:38:00ConnieGoingyesadoption,adoptive families,parenting,attachmentPart 2 of an amazing discussion with Taylor, a teen who has experienced it all: Adoption, Dissolution, Abuse in Care, Over medication and what he wants adoptivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/06/30/like-it-iswhat-every-adoptive-family-needs-to-know-a-teens-perspectiveParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/06/30/like-it-iswhat-every-adoptive-family-needs-to-know-a-teens-perspective/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/06/30/like-it-iswhat-every-adoptive-family-needs-to-know-a-teens-perspectiveThu, 30 Jun 2016 16:00:00 GMTLike It Is...What every Adoptive Family NEEDS to KNOW , a Teens Perspective.Don't miss this open and honest conversation with Taylor Diaz Going. His story will inspire you but also make you angry  at the system of child welfare. Entering the Foster Care System at age 3  with his 2 sisters he had already experienced neglect and exposure to drug addicted parents.Adopted at age 5 with his sisters he was a survivor of multiple losses and moves while in care. Returned to foster care at age 8 by his adoptive parents he was placed in residential psychiatric and group facilities until he was adopted  at age 12. Off all Medications currently, Taylor was prescribed over 30  psychotropic medications from age 5 until 11  and over all was placed in a total of 47 placements. Seperated from his sisters he fought diligently to keep connected to them , going to court to ask the Judge to advocate for him. His inner strength has allowed him to achieve what the System of Care told him never would. Taylor is an 11th grade Honor roll student, active in ROTC and Beta programs and Captain of his High School Baseball Team. His passion for life is contagious. LISTEN, LEARN and Be INSPIRED! 00:20:00ConnieGoingyesadoption,adoptive families,Foster CareWhat could YOU learn from a child who grew up in Foster Care, experienced 47 placements and is now at age 16 adopted and living a full lifehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/06/16/like-it-is-connie-going-uncensored-real-talk-about-adoptionParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/06/16/like-it-is-connie-going-uncensored-real-talk-about-adoption/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/06/16/like-it-is-connie-going-uncensored-real-talk-about-adoptionThu, 16 Jun 2016 16:00:00 GMTLike It Is... Connie Going Uncensored, Real Talk about AdoptionConnie's experience as a long time Adoption Professional and Adoptive Mom give her a unique perspective and level of expertise regarding any and everything about Adoption. Often called the "Adoption Guru" Connie passionately wants you to have all the information you need to Advocate for your children and yourself. Every day  Adoptive Parents, Guardians, Foster Parents and Adoptee reach out to her everyday and ask the questions they need to know the answers to.  Listen and Learn as we launch this ongoing interactive show. Don't be afraid to ask because you  Don't Know What You Don't Know! 00:33:00ConnieGoingyesadoption,Family,parenting,adoptive parents,reactive attachment disorderDon't MISS this Candid Question and Answer session with Connie as she tells it Like it Is!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/06/09/like-it-isbeing-the-biological-child-in-an-adoptive-familyParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/06/09/like-it-isbeing-the-biological-child-in-an-adoptive-family/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/06/09/like-it-isbeing-the-biological-child-in-an-adoptive-familyThu, 09 Jun 2016 16:00:00 GMTLike It Is...Being the Biological Child in an Adoptive FamilyDo you ever wonder what its like being the Biological child in a family that is Adopting? Meet Carley, who at 18 is ready to discuss her experiences over the last 4 years as her family grew through the Adoption of her two teenage brothers. Listen as she shares her expectations before adoption and what she has learned throughout. Learn how her family came together, and works daily to understand , support and love each other. You won't want to miss this episode of Like It Is! 00:28:00ConnieGoingyesadoption,siblings,adoptive parents,children,child abuseIts never really spoken about, but what are the impacts on biological children throughout the Adoption process? How can you help them deal with their expectatiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/05/26/like-it-isa-journey-of-faith-and-enduring-loveParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/05/26/like-it-isa-journey-of-faith-and-enduring-love/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/05/26/like-it-isa-journey-of-faith-and-enduring-loveThu, 26 May 2016 16:00:00 GMTLike It Is...A Journey of Faith and Enduring LoveJeannette is an Adoptive Mom and Medical Foster parent for some of the most vunerable children in the System of Care. Both her and her husband's faith have led them to unconditionally commit to, nuture and love children who have been abused before they were even born.  Proud parents to their own biological children  Jeannette and Todd have also adopted 2 beautiful girls who make the world brighter with just their smiles.Watching them grow and overcome their own challenges against many odds is the life force that guides this family. Jeannette will share her experiences as a Medical Foster Parent and how they have helped many special needs children find their forever families. We will also  talk about the needed changes to improve  our current system of care. Don't miss this episode... You will be inspired and your own faith will grow. 00:30:00ConnieGoingyesadoption,Special needs,special needs kids,special needs childrenAdoption and Faith, loving the children who need us most.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/05/19/like-it-isreflection-and-gratitude-through-challengesParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/05/19/like-it-isreflection-and-gratitude-through-challenges/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/05/19/like-it-isreflection-and-gratitude-through-challengesThu, 19 May 2016 16:00:00 GMTLike It Is...Reflection and Gratitude through ChallengesChris, and Adoptee himself always had a passion for Adoption so when he was able to grow his family through Adoption his dreams were realized. The Adoption of 4 boys, all with amazing resilency brings with it unique challenges.Learn how Chris used sports and baseball to help his family bond and deal with life's ups and downs. Reflecting back can anyone ever predict what our lives will look like in the future? On open discussion about how to  find the happiness even when life does  not go the way you planned. Do not miss this one! 00:21:00ConnieGoingyesAdoption,Family,Adoptive Family,Parenting,BaseballRemember going into your first Adoption Class? Your excitement and dreams? Travel with Chris, Adoptive father of 4 boys as he shares his journey and what he hashttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/05/12/like-it-is--an-adoptive-moms-triumphs-and-tribulations-how-to-go-on-1Parentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/05/12/like-it-is--an-adoptive-moms-triumphs-and-tribulations-how-to-go-on-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/05/12/like-it-is--an-adoptive-moms-triumphs-and-tribulations-how-to-go-on-1Thu, 12 May 2016 16:00:00 GMTLike It Is... An Adoptive Mom's Triumphs and Tribulations... How to Go On.Denise Sim Ryan is a take charge type of parent and when she wanted to step up and help foster children through Adoption.Retired after 33 years, Denise is a biological mom to 7 children, 2 of which are now deceased and 3 adopted  boys. Listen as she shares her intimate struggles of loss ,unexpected challenges and how she keeps going.  She will talk about her attempts to find solid services and how her children are doing today. You will be INSPIRED! I promise. 00:26:00ConnieGoingyesadoption,adoptive parents,parenting,children,inspirationYou can not predict the losses in life, how one Adoptive Mom keeps going no matter what.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/05/05/like-it-is-adoption-casework-the-real-dealParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/05/05/like-it-is-adoption-casework-the-real-deal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/05/05/like-it-is-adoption-casework-the-real-dealThu, 05 May 2016 16:00:00 GMTLike It Is... Adoption Casework ,the Real DealMeet Debbie a former Adoption Caseworker  from the System of Child Welfare. Debbie is passionate about finding children from Foster Care families and helping those families. Be part of an honest discussion about what challenges exisit and hope there is for change. 00:24:00ConnieGoingyesadoption,children,child welfare,Family,family supportEverything you want to know about Adoption Casework and Caseworkershttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/04/28/like-it-isfighting-for-siblingsFamilyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/04/28/like-it-isfighting-for-siblings/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/connie/2016/04/28/like-it-isfighting-for-siblingsThu, 28 Apr 2016 16:00:00 GMTLike It Is...Fighting for Siblings  Tune in Thursday 4/28/16 at Noon for my LIVE show Lucy Payne is a strong Adoptive parent who understands fully the challenges of fighting for Sibling connections. Along with her husband Jack they have adopted 6 children and now have a large family of 10. LIsten as she shares their journey to create their family and how they successfuly kept their children connected. An open and honest talk about the challenges created by the system of care and what their life is like moving forward. 00:24:00ConnieGoingyesadoption,siblings,parenting,real talk,real talkTune in Thursday 4/28/16 at Noon for my LIVE show Lucy Payne is a strong Adoptive parent who understands fully the challenges of fighting for Sibling connect