By Kayleen Holder
Editor
Brothers Emilio and Gael would love nothing more this Christmas than to be welcomed into their forever family, together.
As experts point out, sibling bonds are often some of the longest and most enduring relationships we have. For children in care, those bonds can provide a sense of identity and emotional safety, according to Children’s Home Society.
Sadly, according to a 2022 report by the Annie E. Casey Foundation, more than two-thirds of children in foster care have a sibling in care, and studies show that up to 75% of those siblings are separated.
If adoption is in your heart, and you have room for two, meet these two great kiddos looking for a family…..
Emilio who is 10, likes building things such as car and robot models. It’s a hobby that leads to his dreams of growing up to be a scientist someday.
And on the topic of science, Emilio is also fascinated learning about the solar system.
Emilio also loves to read, especially about the ocean and ships.
At school Emilio does very well academically as he enjoys the learning process, with science being his favorite class.
He also enjoys attending the boys and girls club.
Emilio would like his future family to know he loves pets, and he would like to have a dog of his own someday, if at all possible.
Emilio enjoys going out to eat with Chick -Fil – A and McDonalds topping his list of favorites.
Big brother Gael, who is 12, is a sweet and loving child who is energetic and outgoing.
He enjoys bike riding, basketball, playing soccer, along with his passion for singing and dancing.
Gael is a very caring, attentive, and well-mannered pre-teen who loves spending time with his little brother and wants them to be adopted together.
When it comes to his education, Gael enjoys attending school where he plays football and interacting with his classmates. He does very well academically and was, in fact, selected to participate in the STEM program.
If you think you could be a forever family for these siblings or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.
Two great kids wishing for a forever family
