Megan explained that Ava’s first adoption had fallen through due to the adoptive parents losing custody, and she eventually entered foster care before Megan and Daniel adopted her. My heart broke knowing the child I had dreamt would be safe had faced uncertainty. Megan, despite deeply loving Ava, told me she believed I deserved the chance to reconnect if I was ready.

With the support of my fiancé Lewis—who stood by me without hesitation—I went through the legal process to adopt Ava and bring her home. It was a difficult journey filled with emotional challenges, paperwork, and self-doubt, but I knew I wanted to be part of her life in the right way.