I'm on my way to New York at 3:30pm!!!
Like holy fucking shit!!!
I was watching the Today show this morning and these 2 guys who worked together at a furniture store in Maine, found out that they were brothers, both adopted by different families.
Then about a week after the brothers knew they were brothers, their sister who they didn't know they even had a sister, saw the news story on tv, and she went to their work at the furniture store to meet them.
This morning on the Today show, Randy, Gary, and Joanne told their story.
Meredith Viera (sp?) asked about another sister that they have never met and were still looking for, Joanne said yes, her birth name was Claire Marie, she would be about 39 years old.
That's me.
I'm Claire Marie.
I'm the sister they are searching for, and the Today Show is flying me and my youngest son to New York tonight to meet my sister and brothers, and be on the Today Show tomorrow morning.
I knew the second I saw Joanne sitting on the couch, I knew who she was.
We went to high school together, had a study hall, lunch, and gym class together.
At one point during those high school years, my sister Jo and I talked to Joanne, we asked her if she had a sister, her last name is my birth last name, she said no, but that's because she didn't know that she even had a sister back then.
But Joanne and I are identical, we look even more alike now than we did back in school.
Watch the video, if it doesn't load that one, click on the "Long lost siblings" video link.
That's my sister Joanne and my brothers that I never knew that I had, Gary and Randy.
I have a sister and brothers, I'm meeting them tomorrow morning on the Today show.
Comments
Jeeze Kat, this is so freaking exciting!
Posted by: Jade | September 22, 2009 11:11 AM
That is so wonderful Kat!! I watched that video and thought that Joanne does look like your sister... she even sounds like you.
Have a great time... I'm so very happy for you! I'll be watching the Today Show.
Posted by: Charlotte | September 22, 2009 11:14 AM
Wow that's awesome Kat. I'm so excited for you!! Please keep us updated.
Posted by: Sassy | September 22, 2009 11:19 AM
Congratulations Kat! That's the most exciting news ever! Have a great trip and can't wait to watch you in the morning on the show!
Posted by: Amanda | September 22, 2009 11:22 AM
I am so happy for you!!
If Mark needs anything while you are gone please have him call us! We could have him over for dinner! Call me!
Posted by: Mindy | September 22, 2009 12:00 PM
What an amazing story Kat! I am so happy for you!! What do the boys think of all this??
Posted by: Jen | September 22, 2009 12:08 PM
Amazing! I hope the reunion is all you imagine it will be!
Posted by: Lara | September 22, 2009 12:33 PM
Kat, I am so happy for you! I can't wait to see you guys on TV tomorrow and hear about your trip.
Posted by: Amy | September 22, 2009 12:37 PM
OMG! Congratulations! I remember seeing the tweet this morning, this is amazing.
Posted by: Faith | September 22, 2009 12:48 PM
Oh wow. That is amazing!
I'm going to get up early tomorrow to watch. :)
Posted by: Chickie | September 22, 2009 1:04 PM
That is SO cool!!
Posted by: Kate | September 22, 2009 1:29 PM
Wow, what a story and very exciting news. Safe travels and I hope the meeting goes well!
Posted by: Loretta | September 22, 2009 2:34 PM
This is so freakin' awesome!! I am so excited for you and your siblings, Kat. I'll be watching tomorrow!
Posted by: Michele {moxygen} | September 22, 2009 2:41 PM
OMG and WOW how awesome is that???!!
Posted by: bluepaintred | September 22, 2009 3:26 PM
I'm so happy for you, Kat. I hope you and your siblings have a fantastic reunion tomorrow!
Posted by: Margaret Kerr | September 22, 2009 3:30 PM
OMG!!!! Kat, that is SO amazing and SO exciting! Wow, how cool is it that you were watching and were able to get in touch with the show? WHOO HOO! I am definitely going to DVR the show tomorrow morning so I can watch it later and be all like, "I KNOW HER!!!"
Have fun!
Posted by: Jenn | September 22, 2009 3:33 PM
Oh great. Yet another thing I have to DVR... ;p
Posted by: Solonor | September 22, 2009 3:43 PM
OMG. That's wild. I can't wait to see you on TV. I already have Tivo ready to go.
Have a safe trip!
Posted by: Sha | September 22, 2009 3:55 PM
First of all I would like to commend you on finding your brothers. I went thru this when I was in foster care in the mid to late 1980's. There is one sister I hope to find someday. Thank you for sharing your story to the world on the Today show! It makes me want to look that much more.
Shawn
Upstate NY
Posted by: Shawn | September 22, 2009 4:06 PM
HOLY SHIT! (I found you via akamonty). Congratulations! I have two brothers and a sister out there somewhere. My mom is looking for them. I'm not sure how I would react, but, after reading your story, I think I might just be excited. A little. Good luck on your trip and I hope the meeting is all you want it to be!
Posted by: usedtobeme | September 22, 2009 4:08 PM
The last picture they kept showing of the one brother, doesn't your younger son kind of look like him? I just think this is the coolest thing ever! Safe travels to you!
Posted by: Laurie | September 22, 2009 5:24 PM
What wonderful news! I came here after reading an article on msnbc.com. I like your blog, and I am so happy for you! I can't imagine how it feels to suddenly know about three siblings. I also can't believe you knew her in high school! Did you go to high school in Maine?
Posted by: Jessica J. | September 22, 2009 5:39 PM
Wow, this is so weird. I accidently came across your blog about a month ago. It was interesting so I was following it now and then. Then reading a news article today on msn mentioned your web site. I couldnt believe your site was the same website I happened across. Good luck with your new family, I was a single mom for years and my daughter doesnt know who her paternal family is because her dad was adopted as a baby. One day she hopes to find them. Have fun tomorrow.
Posted by: Lori | September 22, 2009 6:19 PM
Congratulations! I found my family last year after 59 years and it has been the most wonderful time in 59 years! I am excited and hope that you have the same results even though we are strangers.
Posted by: Patty | September 22, 2009 6:24 PM
WOW, I watched that segment this morning on the Today show and sat there hoping they would find their sister. That is so cool that it turned out to be you. I am happy for you. Have a great time in NY.
Posted by: Rilana | September 22, 2009 6:34 PM
Kat... I am Gary's adoptive Aunt there hasnt been a dry eye in my family for a week. Congrats we are all so Happy for you all. Gary was adopted by a great family and we all love him very much> We are all so thrilled for you all... cant wait to meet you Have fun Carolyn Holmes Damariscotta Maine
Posted by: Carolyn Holmes | September 22, 2009 6:44 PM
OMG!! Wowzers!
Posted by: Kelli | September 22, 2009 6:45 PM
Kat,I've been so touched by your story and I hope it inspires more laws to allow adoptees to see their records. So many people with something missing in their lives searching for lost siblings or parents. Good luck.
Posted by: Brenda | September 22, 2009 6:59 PM
Hey there is another Brother, just to let you know. He is Randy and Gary's brother, they are my uncles. His name is George Pomroy. He spoke to someone at newscenter 6 and hoped to get patched through to the today show so he could say Hello. guess he is being left out of what should be 5 relatives. My heart is sad for him because we have searched our whole lives for everyone and you 4 found each other and he is left feeling like he did when he was in foster care. Hopefully someone will get the message and contact him. My number is 678-xxx-xxxx my name is Pamela Pomroy Bannon.
Posted by: Pamela Pomroy-Bannon | September 22, 2009 7:10 PM
Wow! What an amazing Story of God's goodness to all four of you siblings--May the reunion go well for you and your sister, brothers on the TODAY SHOW..
Posted by: Nellie | September 22, 2009 7:39 PM
Hey Kat,
If you go back to your posts on March 27th, 2004; in one of the photos you posted there is a picture of one of the boys on the wall. It looks like there are a lot of similarities between this photo and the childhood photo of Joanne on the Today Show website!
Posted by: Kelly | September 22, 2009 8:02 PM
WOW ... that's the only thing I can say. I am so happy for you.
Posted by: Marisa | September 22, 2009 9:45 PM
Kat,
What an amazing story!Congratulations to you and your sister and brother's.
Your lives have been blessed!
Posted by: Sylvia | September 22, 2009 10:08 PM
You don't know me but i'm glad the four of you have found each other.
Posted by: Charlie | September 22, 2009 10:12 PM
What an absolutely amazing story that should make everyone believe. I watched the recording of your three siblings several times today and now to think they have found you, the missing link. (I have had tears each time I saw it today.) And to hear that you went to school together with your sis and even look alike adds more amazement. I can't wait to see you tomorrow. Congratulations to all of you...just in time for Thanksgiving.
Posted by: Cheryl | September 22, 2009 10:16 PM
I saw your siblings on The Today Show this morning and was saddened by the fact that they still had a sister out there somewhere that they had not found. Well CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! I've never read your blog before but I was adopted and found my family 5 years ago - in my mid 30s. I'm now an adoptee rights advocate who believes that the discrimination against adoptees must end so that all of us can receive our original birth certificates. Congrats again, the segment this morning brought tears to my eyes - I hope you have a wonderful reunion!
Posted by: dory | September 22, 2009 10:46 PM
Hi Claire, I'm very happy for you. I read the story of your brothers yesterday and thought it was sweet. Now I'm reading the rest of it and I'm crying, telling my boyfriend about it all. I'm very happy for you all. Love from Antigua, W.I.
Posted by: Donna | September 22, 2009 10:48 PM
Way to go! Hope happiness abounds.
Posted by: Tilly | September 23, 2009 12:55 AM
This is such a great story-- when I read that you had a blog, I wanted to stop by and say congratulations to all of you and good luck in your new lives together as a family, with so many years apart not lost but waiting to be shared now.
Posted by: LiteralDan | September 23, 2009 1:28 AM
what a blessing ...i don't know you but i a so happy!!
yay!
Posted by: moe | September 23, 2009 2:18 AM
hey pretty random i am, but congratz on finding ur family.
Posted by: khem | September 23, 2009 3:03 AM
Wow Kat,that is amazing! Congrats!
Posted by: Wowmomma | September 23, 2009 5:26 AM
hey Kat, you know my mom.. i dont think you remember me i was little when i met you.. but my mom was adopted by daisy gilligan which is george's mom.. i just wanted to say that i am so happy that you guys all found each other ! and i couldnt be more happier that it happend to family! my mom told me at work and i was really confused but i get it now that i am watching that vid and reading the previous things! HAVE FUN In NYC and i am again estactic that you get to meet your brothers and your sister! have fun - Love, Alicia
Posted by: Alicia Grass | September 23, 2009 5:50 AM
Oh Kat I am so happy for you, you've been having such a hard time lately and needed a bit of sunshine in your life. I just got done watching you on the today show and I am still crying for you and your family. brightest blessings for you and your siblings...
Posted by: draven | September 23, 2009 8:26 AM
That is wonderful news. Congrats on finally meeting your birth family.
Posted by: Lori | September 23, 2009 8:30 AM
Kat, its Aero!!...omg..i just saw you on Today....I am so happy for you.....check your email woman!!
Posted by: Roe | September 23, 2009 9:03 AM
OMG!!! [Jaw dropping on floor]
Turning on TV now.
Posted by: Chris | September 23, 2009 9:05 AM
Wow! Absolutely amazing!
As a newly-reunited adoptee I wish to extend my sincere congratulations to you and your siblings.
And kudos to the State of Maine for making Original Birth Certificates available to adult adoptees!
Posted by: jimm | September 23, 2009 9:06 AM
i loved it!! Even after the piece i seen Sebastian all over the tv while standing in the crowd when they were doing outside shots. Glad u were able to reconnect with your family. Cant wait to hear all about it.
Posted by: heather | September 23, 2009 9:07 AM
Kat i am so excited for you and your brothers and sister. Know that this is a beautiful thing and that all will come so natural. you will enjoy every min of your new life as a sister. how do i know because i also had siblings that wear adopted and i found then after many years of searching.I still have some to find. my mom had 23 children i now have 8 siblings and two that have passed so i am still looking. But just know that your life has just gotten so much better. I wish you all the best and enjoy you new found family
Posted by: paula | September 23, 2009 9:23 AM
Such an awesome story. I just came across your blog while reading the story on the nbc site. I was in tears watching this story. Lol, I don't even watch the Today show but, for some reason, this story caught my attention. Then, while showing it to my mom (on the pc), I realized... there's ANOTHER sister so... I HAD to watch again this morning. Congrats to all of you, I wish you all the best.
Posted by: XxeneirdaxX | September 23, 2009 9:40 AM
I saw you on The Today Show. That was awesome and an amazing story. Hope you are having fun! You deserve it.
Posted by: Sha | September 23, 2009 11:26 AM
Kat - that is crazy! I am so happy for you. I wish I read this yesterday so I could have caught it on tv. I guess I could go to their website, however.
Thanks for checking in on me. Starting anew.
Posted by: bibi | September 23, 2009 12:19 PM
I just watched the clip! I am so happy for you. What an incredible story. I wish I could be there to give you a huge hug!
Posted by: bibi | September 23, 2009 12:29 PM
Kat, I simply have no words! When I write this i have tears in my eyes, the tears of happiness! It's amazing!! I can feel the joy and excitement that you have now. Long Lost brothers and sisters unite, what else more happier can be. My best wishes to you and thanks to the "Today Show" to make this happen. Congratulations Kat!
Posted by: Coco Valdez | September 23, 2009 1:25 PM
Hi Kathy!
Mama called to tell me your story and I have been reading about you and watching the video and all. I am so happy for you, I hope it is everything you want it to be. Take Care! You looked great! Give my love to the boys.
Posted by: Aunt Sherri | September 23, 2009 3:07 PM
I followed bpr here--this is AWESOME!!!! I saw that report too!!!
Good luck to you and your *new* family members!!!!! I can't wait to read your future posts about it--and in the meantime will acquaint myself with your past posts!
Posted by: phinz | September 23, 2009 3:36 PM
Wow! That is amazing! Congratulations!
Posted by: Jeannette E. Spaghetti | September 23, 2009 10:39 PM
Kat, wow, I couldn't believe what I was reading. I am a day late, but your video segment is available on the Today Show's site. I just watched it and thought it was amazing. In fact, I literally jumped up, got my wife and made her watch it again with me. Congratulations! What wonderful news.
Posted by: The Constant Complainer | September 23, 2009 11:30 PM
I am so happy for you Kat!! You deserve something like this in your life. I am looking forward to reading all about it!
Posted by: karri | September 24, 2009 2:12 AM