Brian watched as his cousin closed his eyes and tried think of something that wouldn’t be extremely rude but that would knock some sense into him.
    “Bri. I know where you’re coming from. Really I do. She’s really cute and makes you feel like you wanna take her under your wings forever but raising a child isn’t easy. It’s a great responsibility. It takes lots of love and caring. No, don’t interrupt me. I know you can give her that. But it also takes lots of time. And that cuz’, you don’t have right now. None of us do. It’s a life we’re talking about here Brian. It’s serious and unless you’re thinking about leaving the group, which I doubt you are, it’s unfair on both you and that child over there.” He said pointing to the baby.
    “That child over there has a name Kevin. And it’s Anna. As for all these things you said, don’t you think I’ve already thought of all that? I know what a great risk it is and yes I’m letting my heart speak here. I can’t do anything about it. My mind is telling me one thing, but that doesn’t mean my heart is listening to it. I know how hard it is and I know nothing will be the same anymore. As much reasons you have as to why I shouldn’t adopt her I have as to why I should. And mine are too powerful to be denied. I can’t and I won’t let her in some orphanage . I feel like I have to protect her. You weren’t there Kevin. You don’t know what she looked like. I do. I can’t walk away. I’d never forgive myself. I wasn’t expecting you to support me on this one, although I would really appreciate if you did. I’m keeping her, even if that means I’ll have to leave the group.” Brian finished quietly with silent tears running down his cheeks.