Original Air Date:
Friday, October 2, 2009
Guests:
Oprah updated viewers on a number of her favorite fascinating families, including:
- A community of families in Charlotte, North Carolina
- The Harris family
- The Herrin family
- The Roach family
- The Osmond's
Show Summary:
In this episode, Oprah updated viewers on a number of her favorite fascinating families who have touched and inspired lives through past seasons. Oprah re-introduced a total of 6 families on the show, welcoming one via satellite and another back to the stage. The families were and are fascinating because of their unique challenges, strength when facing those challenges, and expression of love beyond traditional boundaries.
Special Highlights:
Highlights of the show included:
- Families in Charlotte, NC adopted orphan boys from Liberia while they were singing in the US after their orphanage was attacked. More than 20 families have adopted over 40 children from Liberia.
- The Harris sextuplets, the first set born to African-American parents, are now 7 and doing well.
- Kendra and Maliyah Herrin, conjoined twins, were separated in 2006, are adjusting well to their recent back surgery and are awaiting prosthetic legs.
- The Roaches, a family of 5 little people, checked in after 6 years to show their dream home and update on their 3 thriving adopted teenage kids.
What to Take Away from the Show:
After watching this episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show I was moved and inspired by the strength and determination of the families presented. Not only did many of the stories show families who made a difference in the lives of children who needed a home, but also the strength of parents who are willing to meet any challenge head on for the benefit of their children. As a mother I was moved by the determination of the families to open their hearts in any situation to become stronger and better parents. All viewers of the show can find inspiration not only to work to be great parents, but giving and open people.
