Meet HER: Regina Smithwick

Her meet ReGina R. Smithwick

PUBLISHES BOOK ON ADOPTION

BY CHRISTINA RUOTOLO

ReGina R. Smithwick has just published a new memoir, “Adoption: The Unknown Blessing” which allows her to speak her raw truth, expose herself emotionally, and share her personal 50-year-old secret with the world in her own way. This was healing for Smithwick and a true blessing.

Her nonfiction book is for anyone struggling or dealing with abandonment or relationship issues, especially children in foster care or adoptees. Smithwick challenges individuals to pull out the good in every situation. “I wrote this book for people like myself that have been adopted, and felt ashamed to tell anyone out of fear that the world would see them differently,” she said. “I want my readers to know they are good enough, and that they can do anything they set their minds to.”

The book also provides useful tips for those interested in locating and connecting with their biological parents and/or family members.

When not writing, Smithwick is owner of ReGina Smithwick Enterprises, which offers professional organizational services. She also is a motivational speaker and certified life coach, as well as host and producer of a live show called “Let’s Talk” via YouTube and Facebook. She attended Virginia State University and received a master of science in organizational leadership and is a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. “Adoption: The Unknown Blessing” can be purchased

online at amazon.com or visit the author’s Facebook page. Her business website is www.smithwicksolutions.com.

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Her - Magazine March 2022