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I have just started looking into adopting from Samoa. My husband is full blooded Samoan and we would like to raise a child in his culture. Tradionally when a family member cannot have children they are given a child by a cousin, friend, etc. However, this is a very OPEN adoption with the child knowing his birthparents. I do not mind this part, but the feeling of obligation (financially and otherwise) to someone my entire life would be a hard thing. So we are weighing our options at the moment. What means have you gone through to adopt a Samoan child and what are your plans on teaching them their culture? I have a lot of opinions on non-Samoans (assuming you arent Samoan) adopting Samoan children.... but I would like to hear your story first... as to why you decided on adopting from Samoa and what not. Thanks!!! and good luck! I look forward to your reply.
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