National Adoption Month

I've been alerted to the fact that it is National Adoption Month from several different places lately. It got me thinking. There are verses in the Bible that talk about the charge of caring for orphans and widows. In this adoption focus, I've noticed that the "widows" part seems to be less emphasized. It's not that I don't think it's important to care for orphans, in whatever capacity one can, but I think many have forgotten the "widows." I take this to mean any elderly person who is primarily alone. I see it very often: elderly people left at nursing homes and visited rarely if at all. Pat suggested something to me recently that made me certain that he is the most perfect husband for me! He suggested that we "adopt" a grandparent! Yes, we do have grandparents, but we don't live near any family. We also know there are grandparents who do not live near their families. This presents a perfect opportunity! I have high hopes that we will be able to find our adopted person/couple. I plan on visiting one of the Senior Centers to start the search process. I hope that I can encourage anyone to not forget the other end of the pendulum. Children are so important, and I think it is an amazing thing for people to adopt a child. I also think it is amazing for people to adopt a widow(er). Happy National Adoption Month!