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A twin herself, Lisa Crawford Watson believes she has the insight required to mother twins. When infant twins in need of a permanent, stable home come into her life, she falls in love with them and knows what she must do. Mounting obstacles impede the adoption process, and she wonders…
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This is a straight-up, honest memoir about a woman who adopted premature twin girls who had alcohol and drugs in their systems. Over time, unanticipated difficulties multiply and, despite her best efforts, the girls aren't improving. One, in particular, is quite violent and cruel. A twin herself, Ms. Crawford-Watson chronicles her attempts to build a family on love, providing the girls with every opportunity to "recover," to build a healthy life of independence and self-care. No small feat when the twins wreak havoc on every relationship they have.
As the author clings to hope, she must face tough decisions around…
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