There's an analogy I've heard many times that may be helpful here: If there are a few poison M&Ms in a bag of 30, should you feel safe eating it? What's three out of 30, right? Is it likely that James or someone else will do something inappropriate? No, but is it impossible? Also no.
Throughout this month, I'll be spotlighting a series of articles exploring the emotional, developmental, and relational layers of adoption, because adoption is not a one-time event; it's a lifelong journey of searching for identity and belonging.Adoption is often framed as an act of love, and it can be, but it's also a lifelong commitment that demands emotional readiness, humility, and ongoing self-awareness.