In this episode of the Foster Friendly podcast, hosts Courtney Williams and Travis Vangsnes welcome Greg and Sam Hollback, a couple who have adopted two Native American daughters through the I Belong Project. They discuss their life in Daytona Beach, their community engagement, and their professional backgrounds in youth advocacy and education.

The Hollbacks share their adoption journey, including the challenges and joys of finding their daughters, the importance of cultural considerations in adoption, and how they incorporate Lakota heritage into their family life. They reflect on their experiences as a multicultural family and the significance of belonging and identity for their children.

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Takeaways

• Living in Daytona Beach offers a unique lifestyle for families.
• Adoption processes can take time and require patience.
• Cultural understanding is crucial in the adoption journey.
• Incorporating a child's heritage can enrich family life.
• Community engagement is important for personal fulfillment.
• Children need time and attention to adjust in new environments.
• Adopting cross-culturally requires sensitivity and awareness.
• Language learning can strengthen family bonds and cultural identity.
• The importance of being accepted as a family in diverse communities.
• Adoption is about love and connection, not perfection.