If you think you are and want to bless a child who needs a family with your fabulous parenting philosophy, you will be sorely dissappointed. Parenting adopted children successfully means throwing everything you think you knew about parenting out the window and being willing to learn new techniques so that you can serve your child well. Adopted kids come from tough places…even the infants. While some of your flawless style may work on your adopted kid, it’s better for all parties if you assume it won’t. Trust me. I’ve been there.
On the other hand if you think you could never adopt because you’re not a perfect parent, think again. Kids need families who are willing to stick with them and fight for them. They need families who are flexible and teachable…not perfect ones. Adopting requires a lot of support (emotionally, spiritually, financially, and physically). If you have ever considered adopting but feel inadequate, I’d encourage you to push forward anyway. If you’re in Maryland, check out Grafted Families. If you’re not, ask them who the closest similar ministry is to you. There are millions of kids who are counting on you to do that and you’ll be blessed in amazing ways as well.
This is great Melissa – keep it up!!