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Originally Posted by Aminah
I think this is why so many relatives believe it is important that bfamilies be RU'd whenever possible. Children at a certain age may not find it to be very important, but as they get older, it becomes extremely important. Most people spend the majority of their life in this "older" stage. Basically, blood does matter. It matters b/c people want to know where they come from, who they are, etc. It matters, it matters, it matters...
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Not sure I agree here about "blood" If we are talking about DNA--that is not what I think is the most important. I think the family history and relationships are what matters. If a child can maintain a connection to the family someway, somehow--the adults concerned should do everything it takes to make it happen.
BTW--my dh, his sister, and my BIL are all adopted. It's my BIL who is my ds's birthfather. It wasn't "blood" like DNA were wanted to preserve, it was the love and memories lil guy had of his family.