Oh JLF - I had wonderful parents and I lost them much too soon. I was loved every day of my life. I was very very lucky person to have been adopted by them.
I have never seen anyone who looks like me. I grew up in a dark haired, dark eyed, easily tanned family - I have blonde hair, blue eyes and burn just by walking to the mailbox.
I thought we could have some sort of relationship - not mother/daughter but a friendship perhaps.
But it's okay - my mom raised a strong girl - I'll survive.
Thanks for the kind words. I didn't mean to thread highjack, just wanted the OP to know it doesn't always turn out sunshine and roses so just be prepared for the worst and hope for the best.
I wish her the best of luck in her search!