I have some friends who are wanting very much to adopt. They are great parents with 4 grown biological children. The problem? Their ages - 48 and 65 years old! Solely on thier ages, many adoption agencies won't even do a home study! This couple is willing to adopt internationally and/or take an infant or young toddler with minor physical needs. Both are in fine physical condition. All four of their children are upstanding citizens with (or getting) a college education.
They are currently raising their toddler grandson - so they are very much aware of what it takes to care for a young child. (This grandson will be going to live with his mom as soon as she is out of college.) This couple would make fine parents for a good many years yet. Yes, something could happen to them - something could happen to the 20-something couple down the road too.
Why does our culture look down on it's older generation? Elders are looked up to in many cultures - but not in America! Other cultures learn from their elders - in America, we ignore and ridicule them. The way we treat our older generation is a shame and disgrace on America!
Tori
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