In this episode of The Grace for Breakfast podcast, host Iviana Bynum interviews American writer, domestic adoptee, and identical twin Julie Ryan McGue. Julie discusses her journey of discovering her identity, her search for her biological family, and the impact of adoption on her life. She shares her experiences of growing up in a blended family, dealing with closed adoption, and the challenges and revelations of reconnecting with her birth parents and relatives. Julie also talks about her books, which delve into themes of identity, family, belonging, and the complex emotions surrounding adoption for adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding and compassionate conversations around adoption, identity, and family.
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