Lisa HolcombMedical History as an AdopteeWhen I first started searching for my birth family, the top thing on my list of questions was finding out my family's medical history. My…3 min read·Feb 10, 2022----
Lisa HolcombNon-identifying Info & Other LiesMy original non-identifying information sheet was a one-page document labeled “Showing and Placement Information.” It listed “Natural…5 min read·Jan 11, 2022--1--1
Lisa HolcombAdolescence as an AdopteeAdolescence as an adoptee was even weirder. You never really know if the person you’re interested in dating is someone you’re related to…2 min read·Jan 11, 2022----
Lisa HolcombUp on the WatershedI’m listening to “Watershed” by the Indigo Girls. It came out in 1990, but I didn’t hear it until much later. I remember listening to this…4 min read·Oct 28, 2021----
Lisa HolcombinLife According to LisaFoster Care FamiliesWhen I was born, California law on adoption had recently changed. My birthfather’s signature was required on the paperwork for my adoption…2 min read·Aug 8, 2020----
Lisa HolcombinLife According to LisaWelcome to Lisa’s LettersHello there! Go ahead and imagine a smiling, red-haired, 40-something woman with a little pin on her shirt that reads “Awkward But…1 min read·Aug 6, 2020----
Lisa HolcombinLife According to LisaMy Quick and Dirty Adoption StoryI have always known I was adopted. It’s the first thing I knew about, really, just like knowing you have brown eyes or red hair. I grew up…3 min read·Aug 5, 2020--1--1
