I Was 29 and Single When I Fought to Keep Five Siblings Together. The Judge Asked Why, and My Answer Changed Everything.

‘If you pursue adoption, this isn’t a two-month project.

It may take substantial time, and approval is not automatic.’

‘I know.’

‘Keeping siblings together is important, but so is supporting them as individuals.

What happens if Lucas needs a kind of therapy that the others don’t?

What if one child struggles at school while another thrives?’

‘I find the support each child needs.

I don’t expect them to heal on one schedule.’