[Petsitter]

Very well said Karyn and Samantha. Let us also not forget how it looks to the people on the outside looking in. If you are adopting an older child (older than an infant) many times these children are distraught, confused and fearful. Many times they are crying or worse. How does that look to a local? Like the children do not want to come to us? And have you ever heard the term "ugly american"? We tend to go to other countries with the "higher than thou" attitude. No really so good for making a good impression...