My wife and I have just started the adoption process. We feel that we have been lead into this by God and through His prompting we have already had our first vist to the social worker.

I just have to say how hurtful and sad it is that people in this wonderful country of ours can STILL be this racist! Come on people! How much longer do you need to see colour? I'm a lecturer in a College where 90% of my class is black. Let me tell there are young adults in my class that I would be proud to call my own. They have given me such hope fo rthe future of our beautiful country and their love for the Lord is unbelievable.

To those of you who read this and have or are in the process of becoming adoptive parents I have this to say. May God bless you. In the OT and NT there are numerous verses that talk about looking after the fatherless and the widows. You, by adopting a child, are carrying out the will of God in the most amazing way and will be richly blessed. Forget about what anyone else has to say, God has the final say.

Yes I'm nervous to adopt across the cultural line. Who wouldn't be? But as long as God is the focus of your marriage and your home, He will guide you through what ever storms and trials are yet to come. Psalm 23! Ring a bell? He will not put you in a situation you cannot handle.

God bless you all for accepting this very special "Assignment" and may God bless, protect and keep you and your family as you walk this path together with Him.

Hi everyone,

We too have adopted a gorgeous coloured baby boy in 2006. He is such an amazing little boy who makes the world a much happier place to be in, totally our reason for living!. If any of you are having trouble with adoption or do not know where to go try our adoption social worker who will gladly give you advice on where to go. Editor: DM Tanya for the details.

I know it is a very emotional road to travel, but believe me, it is well worth it.

And remember, you may get those ugly stares from the closed minded people still in our society but you should just remind yourself that it is not "your issue" but "their issue" to deal with.

Love your child and plant a million kisses on those adorable cheeks everyday. They grow up very fast and before you know it you're broody again (know I am!).

Good luck and God Bless.