Episode 14 | Christy & Scott

In this episode of Because She's Adopted, hosts Kristal and Stewart Parke team up with Christy and Scott Gilvear for a podcast "double date," diving into the nuances of marriage, family life, and the ever-evolving conversations around adoption. They explore the importance of communication, and the support systems that help navigate the challenges of being adopted and being in a partnership with an adoptee. The conversation highlights the significance of personal growth, emphasizing the shared journeys of understanding, boundaries and validation.

Guest Bio

Christy and Scott met on a blind date and were married nine months later. They were twenty four and twenty seven when they blended their lives and began building their family. Christy was a single mom at the time and Scott stepped into the role of father with openness and devotion. They went on to have three daughters together and have spent their eighteen year marriage raising their four children in both Texas and Utah.

Adoption has been a central theme in Christy's life and in their marriage. Scott has held her adoptee journey with patience, curiosity and deep care which has shaped the strength and intimacy of their relationship. Together they have moved through faith transitions, personal healing and the ongoing work of understanding one another with honesty and compassion. Today their marriage continues to evolve as they grow, reconnect and choose each other in every season.

Connect with Christy

Email: [email protected]

Socials:

@therootedpetal

@greenalchemypodcast

@adopteealchemy

Connect with Kristal

Website: https://kristalparke.net/

Merch | Voices Collection: https://kristalparke.net/merch/

Email: [email protected]

Socials:

@kristalparkeofficial

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristalparkeofficial/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@KristalParkeOfficial

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kristalparkeofficial

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