Lauren was first introduced to Nick and Whitney Runyon a decade ago, and was drawn to their videography and storytelling across the globe. Both the Pinkstons and the Runyons entered into their own adoption journeys soon after, and as Lauren’s mind has expanded on the issue of orphan care, so has the work and advocacy of the Runyon’s organization, The Archibald Project. In this conversation, Lauren and Nick meet for the first time. Nick warmly normalizes the growth process attached to complex issues, and graciously invites others to be courageous in their own evolution, as well. After listening to this conversation, you’ll be sure to want to explore the resources linked below. ... Episode Highlights Intro to Nick and his work (2:03) The start of The Archibald Project (6:33) Examining past mistakes and shifting practices (9:51) Telling honest stories about adoption and the foster care system (14:19) Crafting parameters around storytelling as adoptive parents (20:32) Honest stories from adoptive families (24:37) Nick’s advice for people wrestling with the complexities of adoption (29:51) Melinda’s adoption story (35:34) Resources through The Archibald Project (37:46) ... For more information, details, and episode transcriptions, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠upwardlydependent.com/shownotes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ... Links ⁠⁠Kindred Exchange⁠⁠ - Become a monthly donor to support this show and our mission ⁠⁠Emmaus House⁠⁠ - Learn more about their work with orphaned youth in Haiti  ⁠The Archibald Project - Learn more about the stories and resources they have created for families caring for orphaned and vulnerable children. Reimagine Orphan Care - Tune into the podcast to start reimagining orphan care  ... Connect with Lauren ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave a Review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Nick Instagram / Linkedin