[Happy2Bhere]

Hello!
Here's my two cents:
SAY YES YES YES!
We adopted a baby girl (7 1/2 weeks old) in December. My husband is 49, and I am 35. At first, my husband was worried about his age, having two grown adult children, and several grandchildren. But, since Annabelle has been with us, it makes us want to stay healthy, stay fit, be there for her graduation, marriage, etc.
My husband says this time is so much better- more relaxed, financially able, more wise, etc.
We are back on the waiting list HOPING for a baby brother or sister for her- close in age, so she will have someone to grow up with, be close with, and if anything would happen to mom or dad, she would have family there, to support her.
Plus, my sister has three boys, and they all enjoy playing together so much. Built in buddies. My other brother has just one child, who has everything materially he could ask for, but gets bored, and more relies on mom & dad to entertain him.
I grew up with two brothers & two sisters. Sure, there were times I wanted to be an only child (lol) but for the most part, I think every child deserves a sibling.
That's my two cents worth! :-)
You're very fortunate to have such a situation at your fingertips, and can decide either way.
Good luck in whatever you decide!
Keep us posted!
Melissa
PS There are no guarantees about younger parents, as far as health, how long they'll live, etc. Age is only a number :-)