Anna’s China Adoption video

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Kids are great, so is Not KIds.

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Jackie is an adorable brindle girl who is shy but oh so loving. This little angel was one of 12 Cairns relinquished to Cairn Rescue USA by an elderly “back yard breeder” who was keeping her dogs in rabbit cages in a rustic outdoor shelter. Jackie and her fellow Cairns were very underfed and starved not only for food but for attention as well.

Although she never had the benefit of having toys to play with, Jackie is starting to interact with the toys in her foster home and every day she appears more relaxed and comfortable in her surroundings.

Right now, Jackie has gravitated towards her foster dad and is most comfortable in his presence. In time, she will become more comfortable with the other family members but for now, she is cautious.

Jackie’s foster dad describes her best qualities as “Loving, Intelligent, Quiet and Cute”. Her biggest challenge–and one that she is most definitely up to–is learning how to transition from “breeding stock” to “cherished family pet” and with patience and kindness, she will get there!

Currently, Jackie is the only dog in her home but she does get along with other dogs and would likely do well in a home with another dog her size.

In her previous life, Jackie “went potty” in her small enclosure and now she needs to learn proper potty habits. Her foster dad reports that she is doing very well in this department but needs to learn to “signal” when she needs to go out. Like so many other skills, this will come in time.

Jackie is very comfortable in her crate and at night, she stays in her kennel and is very quiet. And she walks very nicely on a leash although the “great outdoors” is still a big, scary world for her and she likes to stay close to her foster dad on walks.

Jackie is as sweet and loving as she is pretty and she will make a wonderful “forever dog” for the right family. Because she has missed out on human interaction for most of her short life, she would do best in a home where someone is home for the majority of the day. A quieter home would be preferred with patient parents who are willing to work with Jackie as she finetunes her potty training and socialization skills. She would likely do well with another dog who could show her the ropes as only another dog can. At this time, Jackie has not been exposed to children but as we learn more about her personality, we will update her profile.

If you are interested in adopting Jackie, you must fill out an Adoption application at www.cairnrescueusa.com

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To sad to write anything TT~TT

Mary:Adopted:By samiwolfKO
Millie & Manny:Adopted:By andrea9312
James:Adopted:By amyaj1000
Jennie:Adopted:By AlissaTheHedgefox
Freeze:Not taken
Thomas: Not Taken

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If the relatives of a child live in another country, and the child does not have in-country relatives who can care for him or her, would you approve of International Adoption for that child?

(I know some people prefer guardianship, but formal adoption is generally required for an immigrant visa to be issued to the child by the United States, because guardianship is not set up as a legally solid enough arrangement to meet US immigration requirements. Thus international guardianships are not currently a realistic option. So that’s not an idea we can default to.)

The child would still lose a major piece of their culture, language, and heritage not being raised in their country of origin. They would still be issued an amended birth certificate. Do you feel it’s worth it to remain with biological family? Or would you prefer some kind of domestic option for the child even if it meant separation from living family members? Which is more important?

Just curious.

I believe that there is no "blanket" way of handling adoption. Each one is different and should be "judged" on it’s own individual issues and circumstances. At all times, I believe that the CHILD should be the focus of any decisions and his or her rights and interests should be protected. That being said:

In my opinion, FIT (<—key factor), willing and able biological family members should be the first choice, regardless of where they live, in any Adoption. Even if legal records "must" be altered, the child still has a greater chance of retaining the truth. (As you know I do feel that permanent guardianship is a more preferable option when available but when it is not, I think kinship placement is preferable to stranger adoption whenever possible.)

If a child’s family is living in a separate country from Chances are that even if they are in a different country, they will still have knowledge of the child’s native language and culture. (Immigrants still retain their native tongues and traditions and missionary/expat’s immediate families are generally "aware" of; if not well versed in, the other culture and language of their loved one’s chosen countries.) The exceptions being distant relatives the child has never met, as AnnaBelle pointed out.

In those cases, cases of older children (Does a 15 yo want to move to another country?), emotionally fragile children (children who would be poorly effected by such a drastic change in circumstances)or children who’s interests are better served by staying in their native/home countries for some other reason should have the opportunity to do just that. Again, I feel that anytime a child needs to be placed away from their biological parents, it is the the CHILD that should have the emphasis and this question highlights the need for that kind of discretion. You asked what is more important, but I think that it depends on the child and the circumstances. There is no answer that will be right or wrong for every situation. The CHILD is most important.

Inspired by another question, I’d like to know what is discussed when an adoption speaker goes to a schools?

Is it strictly Adoption, or is ther family preservation included?

Any and all details would be appriciated.

I was invited to speak at a high school in my area. They wanted to hear about my experience.

So, I told them about being sent away, and being forced against my will to surrender my child. I also told them about the civil rights violations that were part of a woman’s existence in the 1960s. These rights violations included such practices as expelling pregnant students and firing pregnant workers, as well as taking babies from unmarried mothers without cause.
I also talked about my search and reunion, and my support for work in family preservation.

Noncustodial parent has waived his rights and the form was notarized. Search of the Putative Father Registry completed. All other forms completed and notarized. Because there is a preexisting child support order, a Notice of Related Cases has to be completed. Who is the Respondent? Does Personal Service HAVE to be used? Does the noncustodial parent have to be served a copy even though he waived his rights?

very confused by your question. In most other states, you get a court date, judge questions both parents, makes sure step parent has had home study done and approved and Judge terminates non custodial parents rights and an appeal time is put in place and then an Adoption hearing is scheduled.

1. Would you monitor your teen/pre-teen’s myspace/email WITHOUT their knowledge if you knew or could figure out their password?

2. Do you consider this an invasion of their privacy or good Parenting?

I monitor what I can without his knowledge. But I never confront him about it. I find some other way to bring up an issue and I don’t sweat the small stuff like swearing or inappropriate subject matter. I’m looking for indications of drug use, depression or serious problems.

So far I’ve been a little shocked, but nothing serious and a couple of times I’ve been pleased at his chat because he sounds so responsible and mature.

A good parent puts their child’s safety and well-being before their privacy. How you handle what you find is the issue and you need to be very careful there.

We have been trying to have a baby for over 7 years now. My husband and I would very much like to adopt a baby. We are a Christian couple with so much love to give, but we only have empty arms and aching hearts.

Just thought I would put this out there and leave it in God’s hands. Maybe He will lead us to a birth mom and bless us with a child.

I am in the same situation as you are. Good luck in your quest. You’re in my thoughts.

My grandmother would like to find her nephew who was placed for adoption as an infant. His birthmother has passed away, and it was her last wish that the family find him. His biological siblings have no interest in finding him, but the rest of the family would love to find him!

Sadly, even with adoption records open in Ontario you will not be able to access idifyentifying information. As a relative you can get non-identifying information and add you name to the Adoption Disclosure Register or, if there are any serious medical concerns, you can apply for a severe medical search. It doesn’t seem to change if one of the first parents dies.

I would get the non-id info and get your name on their registry then start searching on your own.