Long story short I was adopted

In this conversation, Pete and Colleen discuss adoption and its impact on their lives. Colleen shares her experience as an adopted child and the challenges she faced in forming deep connections with others. They also explore the importance of honoring a child's birth family and the trauma associated with adoption. Colleen reflects on her own journey of searching for her biological parents and the mixed emotions that come with it. They discuss the lessons and reflections that adoption has brought into their lives, including the need for deeper connections and the importance of self-acceptance. In this conversation, Pete and his wife discuss the importance of expressing their needs and desires in relationships. They talk about how it's not about expecting others to fulfill those needs, but rather about communicating them to the universe. They also discuss the power of intention and how focusing on what you want can attract it into your life. The conversation then shifts to Pete's wife's work in adoption and foster care, where she shares her experiences and offers advice for those interested in getting involved.