Quote by Rodney Atkins

When you're adopted, no matter what, you've got issues with unconditional love. And you find out you're the product of the worst situation for a young girl to be in and start her life, and I'm so grateful that my birth mom made the decision she made. She came from a rough situation.

When you're adopted, no matter what, you've got issues with

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their perspective as an adopted individual about the universal challenge of receiving unconditional love. They acknowledge that being adopted inherently brings a sense of insecurity regarding love. The speaker also highlights their gratitude towards their birth mother for making the difficult decision to give them up for adoption, considering she came from a difficult background. The quote suggests that the speaker's birth mother's choice was an act of strength and love, providing them with an opportunity for a better life.

By Rodney Atkins

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