I am a huge advocate for older kids - and especially the aging out kids. However, I would NOT recommend that anyone go into this without being prepared. Fortunately, everyone I have talked to that has pursued an older child adoption has been prepared. If I ever talk to someone that I don't believe they are ready, I'll let them know my concerns. The welfare of the child is more important than heartstrings or desires of adoptive parents.
The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field. Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it. Matthew 13:44-46
Friday, May 18, 2012
Must Read
If you are considering older child (over 7?) adoption, this blog post by a cyber-friend is a must read, though I don't agree with everything she says.
Adopting older can be difficult. You can't jump into it unprepared and only because of tugging on your heart strings. You MUST know what you are getting into. We did a LOT of preparation ahead of time - just check out the resources I amassed on my blog on the right. We got lucky that the transitions for both of our boys has been fairly easy. That isn't to say that we haven't had some challenges, but what we have faced is small in comparison to what some others have faced.
I am a huge advocate for older kids - and especially the aging out kids. However, I would NOT recommend that anyone go into this without being prepared. Fortunately, everyone I have talked to that has pursued an older child adoption has been prepared. If I ever talk to someone that I don't believe they are ready, I'll let them know my concerns. The welfare of the child is more important than heartstrings or desires of adoptive parents.
I am a huge advocate for older kids - and especially the aging out kids. However, I would NOT recommend that anyone go into this without being prepared. Fortunately, everyone I have talked to that has pursued an older child adoption has been prepared. If I ever talk to someone that I don't believe they are ready, I'll let them know my concerns. The welfare of the child is more important than heartstrings or desires of adoptive parents.
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