Re: Adopters Are Heroic

i was adopted at one month old. my mother, since that day has inspired me to do the same, and i shall keep the fortune of these experiences with me always. i encourage everyone to think of all the kids already in this world.

namaste ocean, your message reaches me with great  energy.   

Re: Adopters Are Heroic

I'm so happy to read your message, Vince!
And i'm so happy that you were among the very, very lucky ones who, orphaned, were taken and merged spiritually, soulfully, wonderfully, into a loving home.
It's so gratifying to hear about our too often unsung heroes and heroines - those who put the welfare of a helpless, homeless, love-starved child before their own selfish desires to breed.

I propose that an entire holiday be established called Adopters' Day, to applaud and to celebrate the kindness of people who really practice their spirituality by adopting a needy child!

Re: Adopters Are Heroic

well my aunt used to say to me “everyday offers millions of oppurtunities brilliantly disguised as impossible situations”. for someone or an animal  who needs help, you or i can be that oppurtunity. in the blink of an eye, through cause and condition, a persons life condition can change from hell to buddha, if only for just a moment. in a world where the forces of death are challenging the forces of life for every inch of ground, inspiring others  through example is a very worthy path.   

Re: Adopters Are Heroic

that's so beautiful!
so inspiring!
thank you for sharing that with us, Vince!