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Going to finalize adoption of 13 year old grandson this month.
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:20 pm
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:20 pm
Long story, but parental drug addiction is the cause. Was wondering if anyone here has any experience dealing with the reactions, teasing, cruel comments, etc. that he may experience in school? I'm just trying to put myself in his shoes and learn more on how I can help him deal with any of the negative aspects he may encounter at school? Or maybe I'm just overthinking this and everything will be fine for him?
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Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:22 pm to BFIV
It is so common at this point in time, he wont get much flack, if any.
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:24 pm to BFIV
God bless you and that sweet baby
He is already blessed to have someone like you in his life and he is already a step ahead
He is already blessed to have someone like you in his life and he is already a step ahead
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:26 pm to BFIV
I don’t think it will be as big of an issue as you are anticipating. My dad was much older than other dads and I got a few comments assuming he was my grandpa but nothing mean spirited.
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:28 pm to BFIV
My parents were always the oldest and I'm sure some thought they were my grandparents. I'm 40 years older than my youngest, I'm sure people think I'm his grandpa.
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:30 pm to BFIV
Your love will take care of things.
His classmates may not even realize.
Bless you for caring for him.
His classmates may not even realize.
Bless you for caring for him.
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:32 pm to BFIV
I doubt he'll get picked on much. I'm a father of a 16yr old. It's not uncommon for a grandparent to be there doing things with kids that age. God bless you for it though.
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:33 pm to BFIV
Make sure he knows, think of everything you have seen his parents do and do the opposite..
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:35 pm to BFIV
I don’t have adoption experience but
As long as he goes to school to learn and not feed off of drama the kid will be good. As a father of 3, and two currently in school, good luck with that.
Clean haircut, clean clothes, and positive attitude goes a long way. Make sure the kid knows what the situation is and that you’re the next man up and want to help.
You’re a good person , don’t let this one frick up and have fun!
As long as he goes to school to learn and not feed off of drama the kid will be good. As a father of 3, and two currently in school, good luck with that.
Clean haircut, clean clothes, and positive attitude goes a long way. Make sure the kid knows what the situation is and that you’re the next man up and want to help.
You’re a good person , don’t let this one frick up and have fun!
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:35 pm to BFIV
awesome
with love like that home, he can handle any shite, but I dont see that happening
with love like that home, he can handle any shite, but I dont see that happening
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:38 pm to BFIV
Good on you. That boy may never be mature enough to thank you to your face but he will be thankful, rest assured. Keep going.
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:39 pm to BFIV
This kid has a chance because of you. Set rules, give him love/guidance and help him (if you can). Teach him how to be a productive person which I'm sure you already know how to do
This post was edited on 12/10/22 at 10:40 pm
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:40 pm to rsbd
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Make sure he knows, think of everything you have seen his parents do and do the opposite..
He knows everything. He remembers. He's been with us for 9 years and it has taken this long for his parents to descend into the abyss completely. His mama sure wasn't raised that way, either. He wants nothing to do with his parents and is excited and happy for this change in his circumstance. Honestly, he is a great kid. Good grades, well behaved and mannerly and is a cracker jack first baseman. We're very proud of him and we let him know that we are proud of him. It's a good thing we gained custody and guardianship when he was only 4 years old. Even in that short time before we got him, he saw and heard enough stuff that would warp and twist most kids' thinking.
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:40 pm to BFIV
Just questions but I will disclaim that this is cool to me.
Did you marry his grandmother with even the slightest imagination of doing this?
Did you marry his grandmother with even the slightest imagination of doing this?
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:42 pm to BFIV
We adopted my 10 year old niece for because of the same problem. We have had her for a total of 8 years and adopted her 3 years ago.
Kids would try to pick on her but we told her tell the bullies she is our daughter because we chose her and that their parents are stuck with them. It has worked well she hasn’t been picked on about it since.
Kids would try to pick on her but we told her tell the bullies she is our daughter because we chose her and that their parents are stuck with them. It has worked well she hasn’t been picked on about it since.
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:45 pm to BFIV
Don’t have kids. You are taxed higher, insurance is higher, food prices are higher.
The Biden admin hates kids unless the get ti fondle them. There is nothing in this society that supports a Christian family.
The Biden admin hates kids unless the get ti fondle them. There is nothing in this society that supports a Christian family.
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:48 pm to One72
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Did you marry his grandmother with even the slightest imagination of doing this?
Nope. He was born long after we got married. But it is the right thing to do. Maybe that's my purpose in life anyway? I had solid parents and I really have no idea what he thinks and how he feels about the way he was treated. I can only imagine...
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:48 pm to BFIV
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Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:52 pm to Stastny
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Kids would try to pick on her but we told her tell the bullies she is our daughter because we chose her and that their parents are stuck with them. It has worked well she hasn’t been picked on about it since.
Love this! I will definitely remember this. Thanks!
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:52 pm to BFIV
Good for you and your wife, man. You saved that young man’s life.
It sounds like he’s already doing well in your care. Keep him confident in himself. He’s already more mature than kids his age I have no doubt.
It sounds like he’s already doing well in your care. Keep him confident in himself. He’s already more mature than kids his age I have no doubt.
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