The Orphan from CreteThe Orphan from Crete
Days Like These — True Stories
Sonya grew up in Brisbane. But at 26 she decides to move her life to London. Within days of arriving, she meets a beautiful woman at a bar in Soho. They click instantly. They fall in love, get married and build a life together in their adopted city. The only thing missing is… a baby. But after 5 years of trying, it doesn’t happen for them and they decide to call it a day. Not long after Tess and Sonya find themselves on holidays on the Greek island of Crete. And that’s when their life changes forever. Because that’s when they meet HER. She has black hair and her socks are white despite playing in the dust. Apparently she’s been living in the ruins of an old palace by herself. They can’t just leave her there… can they?
28:01•2 Nov 2021
Finding Olive: Love and Family on the Greek Island of Crete
“We were heartbroken and here we are again having a drink on a balcony in Crete, thinking about what might have been. When I think about it now, the life that we have now with Olive and Rosie is.”
Imagine moving halfway across the world to London, only to find love in the most unexpected place. That's exactly what happened to Sonya, who grew up in Brisbane and decided to start anew in London at 26. Within days, she met Tess at a bar in Soho, and their connection was instant. They fell in love, got married, and began building a life together. But there was one thing missing: a baby.
After five years of trying with no success, they decided to take a break from their quest for parenthood and go on holiday to the Greek island of Crete. Little did they know, this trip would change their lives forever.While exploring the beautiful island, Sonya and Tess stumbled upon a little girl living in the ruins of an old palace. With her black hair and white socks despite playing in the dust, she captured their hearts instantly.
They couldn't just leave her there. This heartwarming episode of 'Days Like These' takes you through Sonya and Tess's emotional journey as they navigate love, infertility, and the unexpected joy of finding a new family member in such an unlikely place.
The story highlights the beauty of finding love and family in unexpected places, the struggles of infertility, and the joys and challenges of building a family in unconventional ways.Listeners will be moved by the compassion and empathy Sonya and Tess show, not just towards each other but also towards this little girl who needed a home.
It's a tale that will leave you feeling hopeful and inspired, reminding you of the incredible connections we can make when we open our hearts. Tune in to this beautiful episode of 'Days Like These' for a story that will stay with you long after it's over.
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