Once upon a time, Grace woke up and stretched her arms wide, feeling the warmth of the sun on her face. She gleefully remembered that it was Saturday and her mothers would take her to the park to play. Grace got up from her bed and ran to her cat, Whiskers, who was still sleeping lazily. She petted him gently and said good morning.

Grace felt a bit uneasy, thinking about her birth parents. She had a lot of questions circulating her mind, like "Why did they give me away?" and "Do they miss me?". She felt like the odd one around other kids with a "real" family.

Grace's school class starts a new project on tracing their family trees. Grace felt nervous but excited as she sat down with her classmates to start the project. She couldn't wait to learn more about her family history and maybe discover something new about herself. Grace's classmate Diego went first, tracing his ancestry back to Mexico. Grace admired how proud he was of his family's heritage.

As Grace traced her own family tree, she couldn't help but feel a pang of sadness and confusion. She didn't have any roots to dig into, no stories to uncover. This triggered her negative feelings about her adoption and she started to feel left out.

Grace's mothers plan a family trip to their hometown to visit the adoption agency and learn more about Grace's past. As they arrive, they are greeted warmly and taken on a tour of the facility. Grace can't believe how much effort goes into finding homes for kids like her.

Grace finds an old journal in her closet that belongs to her birth mother, giving her insight into her birth family and their history. As Grace flips through the pages, she sees old photographs of her birth family and handwritten notes in a language she doesn't understand. She feels a mix of emotions - happy to have found a tangible connection to her past, yet sad and frustrated that she can't read the words. Grace decides to ask her mothers for help and they promise to do everything they can to translate the journal for her.

Grace's friend introduces her to a boy who is also adopted, and they connect over their shared experiences. Grace feels shy and nervous as her friend introduces her to the new boy, but as they start talking, she feels a sense of ease wash over her. They talk about their experiences with adoption, the highs, and lows, and how it's influenced their identities. Grace feels grateful to have found someone who understands her on a level that others can't.

Grace's mothers encourage her to talk to a therapist to help her work through her emotions. At first, Grace is hesitant, feeling like she's being forced to talk about her adoption. But as she starts meeting with the therapist, she feels a sense of relief. The therapist encourages her to express herself in ways she hasn't before and helps her understand that it's okay to feel the way she does. Grace feels lighter and more hopeful after each session, knowing that she has someone in her corner who's there to support her.

Grace becomes determined to learn more about adoption and starts researching and reading books on the topic. She spends endless hours at the library, pouring over adoption books and articles, highlighting passages that resonate with her. She makes lists of questions to ask her mothers and drafts letters to her birth parents in her journal. Grace feels empowered by her newfound knowledge and hopeful about her future.

Grace discovers that her birth mother lives in a nearby town and she becomes curious about meeting her. Her heart pounds with anticipation as she writes a letter to her birth mother, introducing herself and expressing her desire to connect. She drops the letter in the mailbox and spends her days checking the mail anxiously, hoping for a response. As weeks go by without any word, Grace's excitement turns to disappointment and she starts to wonder if she'll ever hear from her birth mother.

Grace's mothers support her decision but also worry about how it might impact her emotionally. They understand Grace's desire to connect with her birth family but also fear that it could bring up painful emotions. They schedule family therapy sessions to prepare for the potential meeting and encourage Grace to talk about her feelings. Grace feels grateful to have parents who care so deeply about her well-being and tries to remain patient as she waits for a response.

As the weeks go by, Grace grows increasingly anxious about the letter she sent to her birth mother. She jumps at every ring of the phone and check the mailbox multiple times per day, but there still isn't a reply. Despite her fear and apprehension, Grace cannot stop thinking about her birth family and her desire to know more about them.

Grace's school announces a new project in which students will create a presentation about their family history. At first, Grace feels hesitant - how will she talk about her adoption in front of her classmates? But as she starts to think about her family tree, she realizes that it doesn't have to be just about her adoptive family. Grace decides to make a family tree that includes both her birth and adopted families, highlighting the unique aspects of each one.

Grace faces a tough situation at school when a classmate starts to taunt her about being adopted. At first, Grace feels embarrassed and hurt, but then she remembers what her mothers have taught her - that families can be formed in different ways and that each one is special in its own way. Grace stands up to the bully and explains to him that adoption is a beautiful thing that has given her a family who loves and supports her unconditionally. The bully eventually backs down, and Grace feels proud of herself for standing up for what she believes in.

Grace starts a support group for other adopted children in her community. She wants to create a safe space for kids to share their experiences and feelings. They meet regularly and talk about their journeys, how they feel, and how their families support them. They realize that they are not alone and that having a family that loves them is all that matters.

Grace's dance group is chosen to perform in a big competition. As they practice, Grace remembers how much she loves to dance. She pours all of her emotions into each step and move, feeling the power of her body and the music. It becomes a way for her to release all of her emotions and feel at peace with herself.

Grace's adoption journey is featured in a school project. She realizes that her story is unique and powerful. She feels proud of herself for taking brave steps to understand and accept herself. She shares her journey with her classmates, who listen captivated, as she explains her experience with adoption and how it has shaped her.

Grace's family celebrates National Adoption Day with other families in the community who have adopted children. Grace learns that her story is not an isolated one - there are many other families who have formed through adoption. She feels grateful to be part of such a loving and accepting community.

Grace finally feels at peace with her adoption story. She realizes that while it is a part of her, it does not define her or her worth. She feels proud of herself for sharing her story with others and for creating a supportive community for kids like her. Grace knows that she has a bright future ahead and that with the love of her family and community, she can achieve anything she sets her mind to.