logo
Previous Thread
Next Thread
Print Thread
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,690
A
Chipmunk
OP Offline
Chipmunk
A
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,690
Madonna is in the process of adopting her 2nd child from Malawi. What are your thoughts?

Should residency requirements be waived? If so, under what circumstances?

Here's a link to more information on adopting from Malawi:

Dept. of State Adoption Information on Malawi



Sponsored Post Advertisement
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 4,025
BellaOnline Editor
Elephant
Offline
BellaOnline Editor
Elephant
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 4,025
I think she should have to follow the rules like everyone else. Her lifestyle is already off the charts. I think the residency would help her in really having a root system for the child instead of just "adding to her collection." The trips here and there in luxury aren't going to do much of anything accept in her mind to tell herself, "She's been there."

_____________________________

Elleise
Clairvoyance Editor


Karen Elleise
Clairvoyance Editor
Clairvoyance Site
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,690
A
Chipmunk
OP Offline
Chipmunk
A
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,690
Hi Elleise! Thanks for responding.

It looks like the lower court initially objected to the adoption, due to the residency requirement.

However, the higher court overturned their decision. They cited old laws (the residency ones), and the fact that that her charity, Raising Malawi has done so much for the children in Malawi.

Raising Malawi

However, some countries have very strict requirements (residence requirements and such)that don't change for anyone, famous or not.

I do think it's wonderful anytime people (famous or not) expands their family through adoption. smile

On one hand, the charity will of course help many children, and that's always a wonderful thing. smile

But, should this be related to a residency requirement being waived?

I found this interesting as well: According to the Dept. of state website, ten adoptions have happened from Malawi since the year 2000.

What's everyone's thoughts?



Last edited by Cook4Kids&Adoption Editor; 07/23/09 02:22 PM.
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,690
A
Chipmunk
OP Offline
Chipmunk
A
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,690
Here's some more information on the adoption:

Article on Madonna's Adoption From Telegraph.co.uk

What do you think? Could there by any truth to this article, or do you think it's speculation?


Moderated by  Deanna - Adoption Editor 

Link Copied to Clipboard
Brand New Posts
Make It Sew Easier
by Cheryl - Sewing Editor - 03/27/24 04:34 PM
2024 - on this day in the past ...
by Mona - Astronomy - 03/27/24 01:31 PM
Planner Template Kit - Weekly Layout Template
by Digital Art and Animation - 03/26/24 07:39 PM
Planner Template Kit - Yearly Layout Template
by Digital Art and Animation - 03/26/24 07:37 PM
How to Use Digital Planner Template Kit
by Digital Art and Animation - 03/26/24 07:36 PM
Review - 20 Illustrator Color tips Helen Bradley
by Digital Art and Animation - 03/26/24 07:32 PM
March Equinox to June Solstice
by Mona - Astronomy - 03/26/24 12:27 PM
Hobotrader unleashes never seen opportunity with i
by Jamal molla - 03/26/24 11:55 AM
Psalm for the day
by Angie - 03/25/24 09:05 AM
Genealogy, Sort of
by Angie - 03/24/24 05:39 PM
Sponsor
Safety
We take forum safety very seriously here at BellaOnline. Please be sure to read through our Forum Guidelines. Let us know if you have any questions or comments!
Privacy
This forum uses cookies to ensure smooth navigation from page to page of a thread. If you choose to register and provide your email, that email is solely used to get your password to you and updates on any topics you choose to watch. Nothing else. Ask with any questions!


| About BellaOnline | Privacy Policy | Advertising | Become an Editor |
Website copyright © 2022 Minerva WebWorks LLC. All rights reserved.


Powered by UBB.threads™ PHP Forum Software 7.7.5