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I think it's a great idea. I'm wondering now if I can ask for one, too. : )
I don't see any reason why someone would be offended at the birthchild being in the birthfamily's family tree. After all, they asked for the info on you! They will use this as a tool to show that child (yours and theirs) just where he belongs in the world. It is true that he is in your family tree, acknowledging it validates it, but it is fact regardless.
I'd include the last names. That makes it authentic, and will also give that child a great sense that he is being told the whole truth, and that his adoption is not being treated like a big mystery.
After the adoption is finalized, if things are going well, those adoptive parents might well want to exchange identifying information and become more open with you. I think you are taking a really big step in that direction by making this scrapbook as special as you can.
Jane
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