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I'm caucasion too and worried about the same thing. I'm adopting an older child and worried about her fitting into not only my family, but my social circle, which is primarily white. While no one is (at least outwardly) prejudiced, I didn't want her to feel different because of her looks. I also wasn't sure if I could immerse myself into another culture. I also thought that she would be bringing enough issues with her because of her past that this would be another one.
When i had my home study I was so afraid to say this, but the SW agreed with my reasoning and said that she was not be comfortable placing an african american child here because I don't have any AA friends. She said the goal was for my daughter to fit in with my family, not for me to have to change to fit in with her. I was really relieved, particularly because the SW assured me that it wasn't about prejudism, but what's best for me and my (future) daughter.
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