In the article "ADOPTED a NEW 8-YEAR-OLD CHILD", the author shares their experience of adopting an 8-year-old child. The author discusses the process of adoption and the challenges they faced in integrating the child into their family. They recount the initial nervousness and excitement of meeting the child for the first time, as well as the adjustments they had to make to accommodate the new addition to their family. Despite the difficulties, the author expresses their love and gratitude for the new child and the joy that they have brought into their lives. The article highlights the transformative power of adoption and the importance of providing a loving and supportive home for children in need. Overall, the author's personal account serves as a testament to the life-changing impact of welcoming a new child into a family through adoption.