Oct. 21, 2025

Finish Strong! Crossfit and Foster-to-adopt

Finish Strong! Crossfit and Foster-to-adopt

Finish Strong: You’ve Got This — What CrossFit Taught Me About Foster-to-Adopt


When I signed up for a CrossFit boot camp, I didn’t expect it to become a metaphor for motherhood. In my inaugural article as a new columnist for Fostering Families Today, I share how lessons from the gym — mental toughness, perseverance, and community — mirrored my foster-to-adopt journey. From my first shaky box jump to the moment we finalized our daughter’s adoption, I discovered that both fitness and foster care demand courage, patience, and heart.

Read the full article on Fostering Families Today: Finish Strong: You’ve Got This

 

 

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