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Welcome to the Hao Bao Bao Coffee blog – a space where we share the heartwarming tales behind our coffee, the inspiring journeys of adoption, and the impact we create in communities. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of experiences that make our coffee more than just a beverage, but a catalyst for positive change. Dive into our latest posts below and become part of our story.

Why don't more families adopt? Why don't more families adopt?

Why don’t more families adopt?   This question has plagued me since my little six-year old self stepped foot into an international orphanage for the first time, facing children my ...

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A Back-to-School Letter to My Son's New Teachers A Back-to-School Letter to My Son's New Teachers

Before adopting our son, I heard countless times, "Don't share too much of his story." "You are his gatekeeper. Be careful what you say." "Remember, it is his story to ...

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Bang, Soot, Plop! Lessons from Our First Chinese New Year Bang, Soot, Plop! Lessons from Our First Chinese New Year

 “It’s THE golden ticket. Never turn it down!” We had just moved to Wuhan, China and our new expat community was welcoming us greenhorns with lots of advice...everything from ...

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Adoption & the Gospel: Simile or Metaphor? Adoption & the Gospel: Simile or Metaphor?

One of the great benefits of being an elementary teacher is actually remembering all that helpful, but slightly forget-able knowledge you learned back in your early days... Husband: "How many ...

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Two Years Feels Like Forever Two Years Feels Like Forever

Two years ago today, our hearts stopped as a little bundle of yellow in the arms of a nanny proceeded down a dark tunnel into a stuffy government office in ...

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Want to Adopt? (In the Middle of a Pandemic!) Want to Adopt? (In the Middle of a Pandemic!)

Not sure how to start...especially when we're in the middle of a pandemic? Here's a few ideas!Maybe you're like our family, who's been taking this time to figure out our ...

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