Two generations of Runners have opened their homes and hearts to children

(Best Syndication News) November is National Adoption month. This month is an opportunity to shine the spotlight on the 62,000 California children who live in foster homes awaiting adoption.

Statewide, California will promote adoption and adoption awareness through activities, including adoption finalizations, agency fairs, calling out ceremonies and candlelight vigils. Many counties across California and the nation, such as Los Angeles and San Francisco, will host similar events.

I am sponsoring an event in Sacramento on Nov. 21 with my colleague Assemblyman Roger Niello, of Sacramento, and my son and daughter-in-law who adopted a child five years ago. As a matter of fact, Sharon and I adopted our beautiful daughter, Rebekah (now 22 years old and serving in the Coast Guard) when she was an infant.

The goal is to help those families who have considered adoption take the next step. It is reported that 1 in 8 Americans have considered adoption. We need those individuals to complete the process and transform the life of a child now in foster care.