morally responsible for these children until adulthood? There is no convenient exit if this becomes difficult.”
“Yes.”
“And you are prepared to accept that responsibility?”
I looked at Marcus.
“Yes.”
Judge Miller turned toward the children.
He studied them for several seconds.
Then he looked at the paperwork.
“I’ve been doing this work for thirty-one years,” he said.
His voice changed slightly.
“I have seen many people sitting where you are sitting, for many reasons. Some good. Some not.”
He paused.
“I am approving the placement, subject to the required
