This is a big step that you and I have taken. Or, you may be about to take. A decision that shouldn't be taken lightly. As we move into our "golden years" to move into this arena is really a wonderful adventure. It takes a special person like you to make this leap of faith. There are so many questions that need to be answered, legally, morally, and yes, spiritually. Can you do it? Honestly, that's a question that only you can answer after really looking deep down inside the real you. It can be very frustrating. We know. We are going through it right now. We have two of my grandchildren that look to my wife and I as mommy and daddy. At the age that I was truly looking forward to my time as Obie (that's what my other grandchildren call me) we have two full time. We did not just jump into this. We had to take the time to really think about, pray about, and decide if we wanted to take on this task.

     I was 49 and my wife was, well she won't let me tell you (you know, woman thing about her age) when the question was asked of us "Dad, can you and Lorie raise this baby?" Knowing that she was not emotionally and honestly mentally capable of handling the job, we said let us think and pray. Many scenarios went through my mind. But the final answer came when I was reminded of the fact that when I was 2 years old I was adopted. What has that got to do with it? Well, to me a lot. Two people who loved and cared took my brother and I into their home and took us as their own. I could not imagine what I would be, or where I would be today if they hadn't done that. I did meet my natural parents many years later and I thank God that the Galt's decided to adopt us. The situation we were in as little children before adoption was, well, quite bad. But, God had a plan. He had a plan for my life. And I am glad He did. I feel that with the background, adoption and taking on my own two grandkids, gives us a chance to be able to help you. We have gone through some terrible struggles, emotionally and legally, but we find today it was well worth it. We want to help you if you'll let us. It may be that you need some direction, some loving guidance, or just someone to lean on and cry. I wish as we have walked this path I had someone like that. That's why I'm here. TO HELP YOU. It's not all fun and games. It's a different road to walk. It is totally different raising grandchildren that it was raising my own children. So, just to let you know, I'm here if you need me. I care about you.

Dr. Thomas Galt

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