[StorkWatcher]

I don't usually post on things that could be hot topics when I have a strong opinion, but I'm feeling brave today..... I realize there could be several instances where I might change my mind, but in general...

I hadn't ever really heard about fundraising for this type of reason until someone posted something about it a couple of weeks ago. It seemed strange to me then, but maybe just because it was a new idea to me.

My very personal opinion is that I'm not in favor of this. If I had been able to grow and give birth to my child, I would not ask friends to donate money for my hospital bills or so I could buy diapers.

We would not have adopted our child if we could not have afforded it some how without having to fundraise.

THAT SAID - I WOULD borrow/accept monetary gifts from family to help finance an adoption. Also, if anyone else in my family or close friends asked, we would probably help them out.