Good choice

Here's an uplifting story from earlier this month (MCCL news release):

On Monday, Dec. 8, a newborn baby boy was dropped off at a Fergus Falls hospital in Ottertail Co. As part of Minnesota’s Safe Haven program, newborn babies can be dropped off at any hospital in the state without any questions being asked.

In response to the drop-off, more than 50 families have come forward offering to adopt the newborn and provide the baby a permanent home and family.

"This is exactly the way the drop-off law is supposed to work," stated Scott Fischbach, Executive Director of Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life (MCCL). "We applaud this mother for her courage in making this life-giving decision for her child...."

Absolutely, that was a courageous decision. I can only imagine the emotions this mother experienced in giving up her baby. In the end, though, not only has she given her baby a chance at a good life, but she has also spared herself a lifetime of heartache and guilt from having terminated his life.

I hope that this woman and child (as well as all of you and your families) are enjoying a wonderful Christmas today.