Christie and Wesley Werts never imagined their love story would spark controversy. Five years ago, they blended their lives into one big, happy family. With Wesley’s two kids, Austin and Dakota, and Christie’s daughter, Megan, they thought their family was complete. Then Levi came along—a baby boy whose arrival would change everything.
Levi wasn’t just any baby. Born prematurely at 33 weeks in Texas, he came into the world under heartbreaking circumstances. His biological mother—Wesley’s ex-girlfriend—was struggling with drug addiction and tragically passed away just four days after giving birth. As fate would have it, Christie felt a connection to Levi long before she met him.
For months, she dreamt of a blonde, blue-eyed baby. When Wesley’s sister told them about Levi, Christie couldn’t ignore what felt like destiny. “The moment I saw him, I fell in love,” she said. It wasn’t just a dream—it was her heart calling her to action.
The Werts family traveled from Ohio to Texas to meet Levi, and Christie’s dreams came to life in the form of this tiny, fragile baby. But love alone wasn’t enough to bring Levi home. The adoption process was a maze of legal hurdles. They had to terminate the biological father’s parental rights, attend countless court dates, and even relocate temporarily to Texas.
After 16 long months, Levi officially became a Werts. The family was overjoyed, but their happiness wasn’t without its challenges. When Christie shared their adoption journey online, the reaction wasn’t all positive.
Some applauded her for giving Levi a safe, loving home. Others questioned her decision to share such a deeply personal story, fearing it might impact Levi’s feelings as he grows up. Critics were quick to voice concerns, but Christie stood by her choice.
“I wanted to show how love can change lives,” she explained. And love is at the core of this story—love for Levi, love for family, and love that defies societal norms.
Despite the backlash, many rallied around the Werts family, celebrating their resilience and joy. Levi’s story, though complicated, is a reminder that family is what you make it, and love knows no boundaries.
What do you think? Was Christie right to share her story, or are the critics justified? Let us know in the comments, and share this story with someone who believes in the power of love and family.
