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kburch, you will definately have people who say I told you so... It's hard to remember that they just don't want you to get hurt or in the case of family members, don't want to get hurt themselves. There came a point for us where it we just didn't call those who weren't supportive. We were fortunate several family members got really involved. They saw first hand the good and the bad. Having them around us made all the difference. Them seeing it too made us feel less insane.
dadfor2's right, not every child has the problems that many of ours have. In the same sibling group, one had severe issues, the other two adjusted really well (except in areas where their older sister caused problems).
I too felt that I was meant to do this. When we made our decision, part of it was that if we didn't atleast try, we would always regret it. I wish things wouldn't have gone the way they have, but I think I'd rather know than not know.
Cobb
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