In this engaging discussion, Stefanie Mercado Altman, an adoptee and memoir co-author, shares her journey of self-discovery amidst the complexities of adoption and identity. Joined by her co-authors, Claire Altman, a passionate advocate for supportive services, and Stan Altman, who reflects on the transformative power of guardianship during the AIDS crisis, they explore the deep connections that define family. They discuss their motivations for writing, the challenges of navigating family dynamics, and how love and resilience prevail through adversity.