You know what they say. To each his own.
If anyone of
you is willing to adopt, I know a great place for you to start the process.
http://www.ocfs.state.ny.us/Adopt/I understand Rubystars point. Do a little research. You might come up with the same conclusions.
I would consider adopting a child of a different race. Still, it would have to be the right decision for the family I already have.
I have spent countless hours looking over NYS blue books (in the library) and photolistings online.
It is virtually impossible to find a child , under 4-5 years, without many 'challenges'.
1. They come with a
large set of siblings and the family must stay intact.
2. They must continue to have contact with their 'family' (not just siblings). A deal breaker for me. There are certain segments of society I don't want to invite into my life. Are the parents in jail or incapable of raising them, but still in the periphery?
3. Most have moderate to severe mental, physical and developmental/learning special needs. Why is that? Why are so many in the adoption process? Were they born drug addicted?
I always go to look for the children with an open heart. I always end up with a sick feeling in the pit of my stomach. Why are there so many of these children, majority black in NYS, stuck in the system.
People who feel so strongly that race is not an issue. Put your money and action where your mouths are.
http://www.ocfs.state.ny.us/Adopt/Just fill in a search with what would be your criteria...see where it leads you.