One Day (I'll See You Again) - Adoption Song by Emily Meikle

[@robynbouchey7095]

My beautiful biological daughter turns 18 today. I hope one day she’ll come find me to hear our story. I love her so much. She did get the best life possible I couldn’t have given her. Thank you for this song.

[@emilymeikle1275]

You're very welcome, Robyn. I'm glad you were touched by it. I hope you will be able to see her again. She is very blessed to have you as a birthmom. It sounds like she is very loved by many people, both up close and from afar!

[@rachelmadison9800]

I recently lost my 2 sons for things that wasnt true. This song makes me cry every time I hear it. The woman that has my boys listened to this song an cryed herself. It's a very good song an she says it's * our song*

[@emilymeikle1275]

Thank you for sharing. It warms my heart to know that this song has helped you feel more connected.

[@gabriellahill8898]

This song hits hard.. I was adopted at the age of two. My mother was 14 when she got pregnant and 15 when she had me, she was young running the streets of cali.. She never gave me up for adoption I was taken from her by family and basically illegally adopted out (long story). I spent many years hating her for not trying, and just giving up on me. I hated my father for never being there not even getting to know his name or story other than he ran the streets. Right after hitting age of 20, this past December I was finally abe to contact my mother, hesitant at first contact. But the hatred I built is gone, I learned the truth. They both always wanted me. They both currently are in prison getting out this and next month, eager to spend every waking minute with me once possible. They hate the fact the person who adopted me out illegally did what she did, but in my eyes, she only saved me.. I would have been a child running the streets, going to jail and prison. But instead I was placed with MY family, the most loving caring, giving accepting, worth family I could have been blessed with. I am not perfect but they did a damn good job.. This journey has been long and hard, but I'm thankful for every step I've taken, and ready for what the future brings..

[@emilymeikle1275]

What an incredible story! Thank you for sharing it with us. I love the way you said, "...instead, I was placed with My family." That's how I feel about my birth daughter who was placed with "HER family" as well as my adopted son who was placed with "HIS family". I just know I was meant to be his mother and I am grateful that his birth mom feels the same way. I'm excited for your reunion with your parents and hope that you will be able to begin a beautiful relationship with them.

[@nickzaidel8809]

I was adopted at 9 months. Born in Colombia when it went to hell there with all the murders and gangs and drug trafficking. My mom never held me, dad left her with three other kids that had different fathers, all four of us. I know she wanted me to not grow up in that stuff. She never held me, never laid a finger on me. I’m 20 now, and to this day I wish I could be held by her, even if it was for two seconds. I just hope one day I can finally see her. If your adopted and ask yourself: why did this happen? Why did my mother place me for adoption? It’s because she wants you to have the best life you can have. Trust me, if I wasn’t adopted I probably wouldn’t have survived 16 years of my life, knowing my personality. But don’t ever think you’re not good enough because your adopted, it’s always because your mother or father wants you to have a better life, most likely, just don’t ever bring yourself down because of being adopted. Everyone is put on this earth for a reason. Every child that has been adopted is adopted for a reason. Just don’t ever give up, especially if you want to find your biological parents, don’t ever give up on that, no matter the outcome. I’ve tried for 15 years, I still haven’t found my mother, but I won’t give up till the day I die. Always keep your loved ones in your heart

[@emilymeikle1275]

Nick, thank you for sharing your personal experiences with adoption. I am so glad you are at peace with the fact you were placed for adoption and are using your experiences to try and help others who might be struggling with it. I completely agree with you that everyone on this earth has a purpose and is placed with their particular family (adopted or not) for a reason. I recently had the privilege of reuniting with my daughter after 18 years. Being able to witness what an amazing young woman she has become with the help of her (adoptive) parents was another comfirmation to me that she was placed with the family she needed. They have done an amazing job of raising her and providing her with the best opportunites for success. I will forever be grateful to them for that! And I completely agree that you should never give up looking for your mother! It is likely that she has been searching for you, too.

[@sahanalawrence2856]

I'm adopted too...and wish I knew how to find my parents. But I was 5 when I lost them, and I have no information about them. They tried to find them when I was at the orphanage, but I didn't know anything, so I was put up for adoption. I wish I could find them somehow, but it seems so impossible. I don't know if they left me on purpose or not, but I still love them. I haven't seen my family in 10 years, but I still love them and I miss them...

[@emilymeikle1275]

@@sahanalawrence2856 , My heart goes out to you for the loss you've experienced in your life. I pray that one day you will find answers. I can only imagine what your family must have felt when they lost you, regardless of the circumstances. They must have been heartbroken.

[@sarahbecker7442]

I was adopted right after my birth. I know nothing about my parents. Really nothing and it's hard for me to deal with it, because I feel so lost and I don't know who I am or who I am supposed to be. I love my family in which I'm in now, but it's hard to deal with the fact not being the real child

[@emilymeikle1275]

Sarah, my heart goes out to you. I can't even imagine the heartache you must be feeling. I don't know what it feels like to be adopted, but I do know what it feels like to be on the opposite end. I placed my baby for adoption when I was 16 years old. It was the most heartbreaking experience I have ever faced. I missed her so much! I can't tell you how many times I cried myself to sleep because of the grief. I carried her picture around with me wherever I went. I slept with a teddy bear that matched the one I gave her, as well as the receiving blanket she used while I held her in the hospital, trying to feel some small connection with her. As heartbroken as I felt, I was able to find glimpses of hope and peace. I can't speak for anyone else in my situation, but I know, without a doubt, that I made the right decision for her. I love my daughter more than anything in this world and would do anything for her, even if it meant being separated from her. I also knew that I wasn't making that decision on my own. I felt very strongly that God's hands were guiding me and helping me find the family that she was meant to be with. Before she was born, I had the opportunity to meet the couple who would soon be raising my daughter and I immediately knew they were "HER" parents. It's difficult to explain, but I just knew. They felt like family to me and although it was a semi-closed adoption and there was to be no direct contact with each other, I somehow knew that I would see her and her family again one day. Even if that day wasn't for a very long time and even if it wasn't during my lifetime, I believed that I would see her again someday in Heaven and it would be like a big beautiful family reunion. That is what inspired this song. Over the years, those ideas and hopes are what has brought me peace and comfort on the darkest days. I pray that you will be able to find some peace with the circumstances you are in and know that you are loved and watched over not only by your loving family, but by Heavenly parents who love you unconditionally and can help guide you as you are learning who you are and what you want to do with your life.

[@sarahbecker7442]

@@emilymeikle1275 thanks for your beautiful words. It means a lot to me and it really touched me.

[@akemidolls]

Sarah Becker i'm in the same situation, it's really good to know that i'm not alone with this feeling.. i completely understand u..

[@renchialabuschagne2524]

"The real child" I feel you

[@ashleyingersoll9430]

My heart hurts for you Sarah. I was adopted at birth as well, by a family who had biological children, as well as adopting many others. My adoptive dad passed away when I was ten. Growing up, my adopted siblings felt as though we were just paychecks, and always an us -vs- them competition. So, I understand. I grew up resenting my birth mother because I didn’t understand why she gave me up. But, I did end up finding my birth mother at 18 and still resented her because she was still using drugs. It wasn’t until I was in the same position, on the streets, strung out, and pregnant with my own daughter, realizing I too, had to make the selfless sacrifice of placing my baby for adoption, that I truly grasped the reason why my mom did what she did, and that was because she couldn’t give me the life she felt I deserved and I couldn’t give that to my daughter either, even though I wanted to.. I hope you can find peace one day and begin to understand.. but I certainly understand both sides of the adoption journey, and if you ever need someone to talk to, just message me. Best wishes xo

[@mistysitez7549]

I was adopted at 2 and I never knew my parents and honestly I'm kinda happy just because, I would have the best family. They pick me they HAD a choice, and they chose me.

[@emilymeikle1275]

That is such a beautiful thought. I’m so glad you are happy in the family that was chosen for you. Thank you for sharing.

[@sherriwilliams4540]

I love this song! To listen to it as I look at this beautiful picture of you and your angel baby girl...is priceless!!

[@gawayaheiditinahawksworth6268]

This is the song I want to give to my birthmother who I've never met & had so much hate & anger towards

[@emilymeikle1275]

I'm so sorry you're hurting! You're not alone in those thoughts and feelings. I pray that you will be able to find some peace with the situation you are in. I believe that you truly are loved!

[@jjjones1204]

This song is so beautiful! My birthmom lost 6 of us kids. She had 3 more who grew up with her. I lost 4 of mine over lies... This song brought so many tears thinking of what my mom went thru all these years and im going thru.... Just 2 years ago i found my birthfamily right before my 31st... Love this song!!!

[@emilymeikle1275]

Thank you for your kind words. I’m so glad you enjoyed this song. It sounds like you and your family have had their share of heartache. I pray you will feel comfort and peace. I’m so happy to hear you found your birth family. That is such a special reunion!

[@keystangail]

I just placed my 10 month old baby girl a week ago. And this made me cry. But I keep trying to bottle up my pain and I needed to get that good long cry out......Struggling and can't sleep or hardly eat my emotions are so high. So Thank you for this. I sent it to her adoptive mama. And I hope she one day plays it to her for me. I love her so much. Zoey❤ She's now named Hannah Zoey! And I'm honored they kept my name for her!

[@emilymeikle1275]

Kaydee, my heart goes out to you. Those first few weeks and months are so painful and overwhelming with grief. I don’t know how I would have gotten thru it without God’s help and the love of my family. I hope you have people in your life who will sit with you in your sorrows and show you the love you need and deserve. If you don’t feel like you have that right now, I encourage you to reach out and find help. You are not alone! I’ll be praying for you. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings. We can all learn and grow from sharing our own experiences and helping one another along the way. You are definitely one courageous mother and I’m strengthened just by hearing your story! I love that her adoptive parents kept the name you chose for her. That’s so beautiful!

[@lillydishes4546]

This made me cry

[@emilymeikle1275]

Thanks for listening. Adoption is definitely a tender topic.

[@nicolerae9875]

Omg! You have no idea how bad I needed to hear this... you’re amazing. I feel so connected to you and this beautiful song. Thank you for your words.

[@emilymeikle1275]

Thank you so much for your kind words! It took me a long time to be brave enough to share my thoughts and feelings about my journey with adoption. I am grateful that it has been able to touch your life in a small way. It makes it all worth it! I love how music can help us feel connected to one another.

[@wayneallen9002]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@LucyQ-ew6zp]

Such a beautiful song. I really hope you find your daughter and she understands why you made the choice you made and that you love her so very much❤. If I may ask, how old is your daughter now?

[@emilymeikle1275]

Thank you. I was actually very blessed to be reunited with her about 2 1/2 years ago, shortly after publishing this song. I believe one of the reasons why I was inspired to record and publish it was God’s way of preparing me for that blessed reunion. She had just turned 18 at the time and I was fortunate enough to be invited to her high school graduation. Since then, we have been slowly building a beautiful relationship. She told me she does not harbor any negative feelings, which I’m so grateful for. Her amazing parents were always open about her adoption and shared letters and pictures with her that I had sent. She said she always knew I loved her and understood why I made that difficult choice to place her for adoption. She’s such a beautiful, intelligent, kind, strong, and wise young lady and I’m beyond grateful that our paths have led us back to each other!

[@LucyQ-ew6zp]

@@emilymeikle1275 Aww, I'm so happy for you and for her💖💖💖.

[@emilymeikle1275]

Lucrezia Quoti , Thank you. You are very sweet!

[@LucyQ-ew6zp]

@@emilymeikle1275 You are welcome💖💖💖.

[@jillmay7724]

As I was younger I made wrong choses and 4 kids got adopted and none are together or raised together. Long story short there adopted parents will never tell them about me / let them know me. the Oldest is in her 20s.

[@emilymeikle1275]

I’m so sorry! This must be so heartbreaking for you. I hope that one day, when the time is right, you will be able to see them again. I pray that all of your hearts will eventually be healed. I truly believe God loves you and your children and He will help you during these difficult times. Stay strong!

[@dee5054]

Could you please give me the lyrics?

[@emilymeikle1275]

Of course! I updated my description and included the lyrics. Thanks for asking!

[@dee5054]

Thanks a lot ❤❤❤

[@CookWithLove85]

Is it better to tell your child he's adopted while growing up or wait till he gets older? Or keep it from him?

[@emilymeikle1275]

I don't have all the answers, but I can share my own experiences on the subject. My birthdaughter has known about her adoption from day one. Her adoptive parents would talk about it in a very positive and loving way. They showed her the letters and pictures I sent to her over the years and would let her, if she wanted, send me things as well. As she grew older and had questions or concerns, they would answer her honestly and age-appropriately. It was never a hush-hush topic. Now that we have been reunitied, she has shared with me that she never felt feelings of abandonment or questioned whether or not she was loved, which I am so grateful for! I know every situation is unique and not everyone will have this positive of an experience, but I believe for her, that openness helped her to understand and sort thru any fears or concerns that may have come up during her childhood. Because of their example, I have tried to do the same with my own adopted child. It's not something we necessarily bring up ALL the time, but it's something we are very open with and comfortable talking about. He knows that if he ever wants to talk about it, we are more than happy to answer his questions. He knows that he came to our family in a special way and we have shared that journey with him on multiple occasions. At the age of 7, he likes to think of his adoption as a game of hide and seek and that when he was born, he was hiding from us and we had to come find him. :) It doesn't all have to be serious, it can be fun and happy! Often times, when I am tucking him in a night, he asks me to tell him the story of how we were able to "find" him. It's a beautiful story and he grins from ear to ear while I tell it! I hope this helps.

[@CookWithLove85]

@@emilymeikle1275 beautiful outcome, yes thank you so much!! ❤

[@emilymeikle1275]

Life with Leo & Irene , you’re very welcome! Thanks for asking such a great question. I know you’re not the only one with those questions, so it’s good to talk about them.

[@CookWithLove85]

@@emilymeikle1275 yes it is, I told my son the other day that he's adopted and we should adopt another baby like him, he doesn't really understand, he's only 6 but eventually he will little by little, I just dont want him to get picked on or if I DON'T tell him I don't want him to have animosity or resentment that iv lied to him his whole life.

[@Loualexzander]

I was adopted and it harts me my mother would do something too me and my 2 sisters i was a baby 👶 just why and why did u not care and why was you not trying too find me i am about too be 18 and i don't understand why they would do this too me and my sisters i was a baby and i did not do enythang wrong just why 😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@emilymeikle1275]

I’m so sorry you’re hurting. You didn’t do anything wrong. You and your sisters are so incredibly important. I know sometimes adoption can be very confusing and cause a lot of pain, especially when you don’t know who your birth parents are or their reasons for choosing adoption. So many questions and unknowns. All I know, is that YOU ARE LOVED by so many!! I pray that one day you will find the answers you are looking for and you will find peace and healing. 💔❤️

[@Loualexzander]

​@@emilymeikle1275thank u so much and yes I hope so too

[@emilymeikle1275]

@Loualexanser868 You’re very welcome. Sometimes all it takes is a little hope and trust that God will make things right somehow. I’ll pray for you!

[@elimeyer6318]

I was adopted when I was 1 from Guatemala my mom was homeless and she had money and my dad left the family as soon as I was born my mom put me up for adoption I am lost but this song made me connect in Guatemala gangs and the government and the police are all corrupt my foster mom said that it's to dangerous to go back and at school I am made fun of bc I am adopted

[@emilymeikle1275]

I am so sorry to hear about your heartbreaking experiences. Your mom must have loved you so much to make such a sacrifice for your safety and well being. I am glad you were able to feel closer to her by listening to this song. It breaks my heart that you have been made fun of at school. Adoption is a beautiful thing that should be celebrated!

[@quinnwalker1587]

I was adopted from Guatemala too 😔

[@gawayaheiditinahawksworth6268]

I would never give up my kid I would die first before that happened

[@augustabrowne3169]

I was adopted at 7 in 1996 my bio mom died in 2009 she lost her fight with drugs she was found dead on the streets!😢 My sperm donor aka bio dad passed away in 2020 to cancer he was my abuser im a r@pe baby

[@owenmaughan6784]

So sad

[@emilymeikle1275]

It's definitely an emotional experience. Thanks for listening!

[@hockeyfan7189]

I don’t feel like talking.. I found out my mom died at age 36... My dad ran away And my sister... Is not my sister... goodbye.. 😖😔

[@karenyates642]

Honey, everything will be alright. You are loved.