e-mail
Listservs are online groups that “talk” to each other through email, but the emails are sent to the group for everyone to benefit from. I found the following yahoogroups to be extremely helpful during the research and waiting phase, and I know they’ll be valuable now that Ella’s home. Some of them are extremely busy and get dozens (or more) posts per day. If you don’t want your email inbox to be full of these messages, there is an option to not receive emails and you can read them at your leisure on the main website through yahoogroups.
If you are not a yahoogroups member already, you can sign up on their website. If you want to join any of the following groups, just click “join this group” and you will be lead through the process. Some groups require you to answer a few questions about why you wish to join their group.
- APV – Adoptive Parents Viet Nam There are almost 2000 members on APV and their description reads: “Welcome to the Adoptive Parents of Vietnam support list! This is a support list for anyone with an interest in adoption from Vietnam: adoptive parents and potential adoptive parents, adoption professionals, Vietnamese and overseas Vietnamese community members, etc.”
- Loving Viet Nam’s Children Their description reads: “This Group is for families who have an interest in adoptions from Vietnam. There are many children in orphanages there who need “Forever Families!” We will share information and give support and encouragement to each other. For those who believe in the power of prayer, we will pray for one another. This group will be known for its kindness and love.”
- Dec 2005 DTV (Dossier to Viet Nam) This group was much more active a few months ago, but there is still a lot of valuable information that you can find in the old messages. Their description reads: “This group is for people adopting from Vietnam who plan send their dossiers as soon as Vietnam starts accepting them again. If you plan to send your dossier in the near future we are the group for you. Join with us share our dreams, fears and rumors. “
- Viet Nam Travel Talk Their description reads: “Information specific to details for our Adoption Trip to Vietnam!This list is a great place for adoptive families to come and ask questions and share tips about Vietnam Adoption travel. Some ideas, but not limited to, Details on airlines, hotels, transportation, Vietnam travel agents, sightseeing, tours, itineraries. Also,to learn more about the culture of Vietnam, explore sightseeing options, discuss travel tips, packing ideas, travel stories and more. “
Happy reading! 
