While this image speaks very well by itself, there’s still more to it.

There’s an old Jewish proverb that says this: He who helps his neighbor, blesses his neighbor, but he who adopts a child blesses God. That’s a powerful sentiment, and one worth remembering.

There are very few actions, perhaps none, that are more powerful than rescuing a child and giving them a healthy family environment in which to grow. People who stand to adopt children like this one should be respected as a default. They are taking upon themselves a job that is simultaneously immensely difficult and crucial to the future of our species.

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Please, before going back to the everyday mundane, spend some time with these thoughts.