Family. We all know what that word means by definition, but at the same time it can mean something different for everyone. Have you ever thought about how many different types of families there are? It’s kind of mind blowing when you really think about it. One little six letter word can mean so many different things.
What about adoption? Now that’s a word not everyone thinks about unless they’ve been directly affected in most cases. For a lot of people, myself included, adoption is why they have the family that they do.
Hello 80’s! This is me, my “adopted” dad and my sister – I’ve never thought of him as anything but my dad — the adoption part is just a technicality.
In light of National Adoption Day on November 21st, I thought I’d share some statistics that I found interesting. Yes, I even though I’m adopted (on my dad’s side), I had no idea some of these numbers were what they are. It is no secret that the American family has changed over the years but did you know:
- One in 12 married couples in the U.S. are interracial [1]
- Nearly 40% of children don’t live with both of their biological parents. Only 62% of children live with their two biological parents [2]
- 125,000-plus same-sex couples currently raising children in the U.S. [3]
- More than 1.5 million American families [4] have been touched by adoption
Now y’all know Honey Maid right? They have those delicious graham crackers that are perfect for smore making around a fire with that family of yours. Well Honey Maid has long recognized and celebrated that while the makeup and day-to-day lives of families have evolved, the idea and importance of wholesome family connections remains the same.
Like the American family, Honey Maid has continued to evolve across its 90 year heritage. From classic grahams to Teddy Grahams, Honey Maid’s wholesome products are made with whole grains and real honey. Yes…real honey without high fructose corn syrup or artificial colors. I’d say that these are wholesome and delicious snacks that families can agree on for any occasion. So next time you break out the grahams, just think about what memories you’re going to make and what family means for you.
What kind of family do you come from? Is it “traditional” or a crazy patchwork quilt of greatness? Had adoption touched your life in some way? Let me know in the comments below and thanks for reading!
I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.
michelle says
November 20, 2015 at 9:09 pmi love that the honey maid are star wars characters too cool
Alison says
November 20, 2015 at 9:40 pmI know right! I was….errr I mean my kids were pretty excited too!
victoria says
November 20, 2015 at 11:38 pmMy kids would always love Honey star wars and they love the characters too.
Elizabeth O. says
November 21, 2015 at 12:10 amI love my family because they support me and accept me wholeheartedly. It’s one of the best feelings in the world, knowing that you have people who love you no matter what.
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
November 21, 2015 at 2:55 amFriends of mine are going through the adoption process right now. It’s so exciting for them.
Jeanine says
November 21, 2015 at 7:57 amMy family was wonderful but sadly a lot of my family members have passed away so it’s really just me and my little (big) family now. I’d like to think we were a great family but we were probably as disfunctional as anyone else!
tiaras and tantrums says
November 21, 2015 at 8:25 ammy husband and I both come from long lines of traditional families. I have no issues with blended families, but his side is quite stern on this opinion
Donna Ward says
November 21, 2015 at 9:31 amGreat story on our families – and what a memorable photo of your dad and sister!
Love HoneyMaid and peanut butter, too!
Lexie Lane says
November 21, 2015 at 2:31 pmWe love outdoor activities and honey maid is perfect snack for my kids.
Ana De- Jesus says
November 21, 2015 at 2:56 pmI love having friends as part of my family because they have helped me through so much and that is a truly magical thing!
rika says
November 21, 2015 at 7:45 pmMy family is always there for me, to support me, to accept and love me unconditionally
Claudette says
November 21, 2015 at 8:29 pmI have a very small family and we are bonded by Love.
Life as a Convert says
November 21, 2015 at 9:13 pmI come from a very strange family, but I wouldn’t have it any other way.
Ourfamilyworld says
November 21, 2015 at 11:35 pmHoney stars are one of my grand kids’ favorites. These are cool!
Heidi says
November 22, 2015 at 7:17 amFamily is a must have, but I love that Honey Star Wars is available too!
Shann Eva says
November 22, 2015 at 6:44 pmI didn’t know it was National Adoption Day. I know many people who have adopted, and it’s so awesome.
Jenn Peters says
November 22, 2015 at 8:14 pmI am loving all the great Star Wars products out lately 🙂
CourtneyLynne says
November 22, 2015 at 8:15 pmWhat honey maid and start wars?!?? How did I not know about this until now?!?!
Liz Mays says
November 22, 2015 at 8:53 pmI come from a traditional family, but my own is not. I’m happy to see the way family makeup is evolving!
Jasmine Watts says
November 23, 2015 at 2:11 amMy family is always there to support and love me unconditionally
Mardene Carr says
November 23, 2015 at 2:58 amMy family’s sense of humor is what keeps us going
Nikki says
November 23, 2015 at 12:51 pmThose are interesting statistics! I’m in a blended family. My oldest is from a past relationship and he lives with me, not his dad. My husband and I have 3 kids together (two are twins!) so we’re quite a unique bunch 😉 I’ve known people who have a group of non-related folks that they call family because they had no family of their own. Family are the people you love the most <3
Jessica Cassidy says
November 23, 2015 at 8:31 pmI will trade the world for my family. It is chaos but together it is make us wild crazy happy.
ashleigh says
November 24, 2015 at 10:32 amMy family is a half bucket of crazy LOL. My boyfriends grandmother was adopted so she never knew anything about her background but she made a loving family.