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I agree with what I'm reading here and especially like tybeemarie's comments. It's an excellent book and the website will really open your eyes. The book is important because these children have been traumatized. It will help if you read and prepare, because chances are these children will have "issues" that perhaps weren't present in your own. You may find you have to acquire some new parenting skills to reach them - but they're so worth it and they need a forever family!
I'm adopting a 14 year old and she learned last year that she has twin bi-racial brothers! It has meant a lot to her and we're in frequent contact with the foster/adopt family. Just having visits with these boys seems to calm K down - even though they didn't live together as a family.
There ARE many, many sibling groups and racially diverse children waiting for homes. You can also look in other states.
Good luck in your search! Remember that there is a lot of experience in this forum and we're here to help each other through the process!
E.J.
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