[jmelliott133]

Scott,
I really hope you do well in your quest for adopting a girl. I, myself am looking forward to adopting a girl when the time is right. And I too have my reasons for preferring a girl over a boy. First of all, preference. I’ve had allot more experience with girls in the past 13 years. Depending on the age of the child, and how they’ve been raised or treated up until the adoption placement, I believe that girls are easier to handle. Now don’t get me wrong, I know that girls can be rough, too. But I still believe that girls are easier to handle.
I also want the bonding that is more commonly shown in girls. I love to show affection, not only verbally, but through hugs, kisses and pats on the back. I love when I’m visiting w/friends and there oldest of 3 girls comes to me at bedtime wanting me to read a story to her and her sisters.
As much as I would love to help my daughter through any of her questions or tough times, I know that there is going to be times where she’s going to need guidance from a grown female.
I’m not gay in any way whatsoever, and I know that issues are going to arise regarding my sexuality. But I’ve wanted a child since I was 14; I’ve wanted that child to be a girl since I was 17. Now I’m about to turn 26, I have an informational meeting with the Department of Social Services on the 26th of this month and I hope to get the ball rolling soon.
I’ve been asked, “Why don’t you wait and find a wife and have a child of your own?” As I said before, I’m not gay in any way. But dating isn’t on my priority list. If I find someone for me, that’s great. If I don’t, that’s great, too. I would love to raise a child in a home with a loving mother as well, but I’ve also got to admit that I’m scared to death of loosing a child due to relationship problems.
I’ve also been asked, “What are you going to do with your child if you find a girl that doesn’t get along with your child?” Well, that ones easy. I’ve made the decision to adopt a little girl, every decision I make, from the time my daughter is placed in my home is going to affect her. MY DAUGHTER COMES FIRST!!!
I want to thank each and every one who takes the time to read this post. Please feel free to reply and be honest. I’ve already been ridiculed, rejected and labeled. Nothing you say to me could be any worse.