It is no doubt that I am a fan of all children. However I have a great love for children who have survived Foster Care and Adoption. When we chose to go into foster care we decided ahead of time that we were going to do this for families. To help keep children of sibling units together.

Our very first placement ended up being one child out of a group of seventeen siblings. Seven of which were brought into foster care at the same period of time. We were able to foster four and work with another sibling, who was in a boys home.

I can list many advantages of older children. Besides the fact that you by pass diapers and potty training and the children can actually dress themselves to a certain degree. They also occupy themselves and can tell you what they like and dislike.

It is much easier to help someone who can talk to you and even with the Attachment Disorders and the
Emotional baggage. With some time and understanding
you can provide a life for a child who may have never known what a good family is all about.

It is also nice to understand them and see them for who they are. To help them learn to dream again and reach for their goals one step at a time.

I know that with each accomplishment my children made. It brought such joy to our lives. To know where they have been and see where they are going in life now. It just brings you to a greater level of love for your children.

I would encourage any person to consider adopting an older child. I know several young kids who have made my life worth living.