start at home.International is very expensive, will dropping 20-30 thousand affect what you can do for the children you already have(college)? Perhaps you could fill a need in your community-BIG SISTERS/ BROTHERS,FOSTER CARE,. I know American adoptions can be hard, but sometimes I wonder why we have so many children in need, but we notice & want to make a difference internationally.We have friends, who have adopted from CHINA& SOVIET BLOCK countries. They would never give up their children, BUT all but 1 had health issues (not disclosed) Living basically in a crib, for 2 years, can leave emotional scars, problems go unnoticed in a crowded orphanage.. BE PREPARED!