the sibling bond outweighed the logistical hurdles. She praised Carter for his courage and his preparation, stating that the system often forgets that ‘family’ is defined by commitment and love, not just blood and bureaucracy.
With a sharp, decisive strike of her gavel, Judge Miller ruled in favor of Carter. She granted him full foster guardianship with the intent of permanent adoption. The courtroom, usually a place of somber finality, erupted into a soft murmur of relief and disbelief from the few observers in the gallery.
The five children, sensing
