Non religious adoption

Even though we have not actually completed an adoption, I thought I would reply anyway. We are atheists as well, and we did match with an expectant mom in a relatively short time. I did worry beforehand about this issue, but she really wasn't concerned that we weren't christian. When we talked to her, she didn't seem concerned and was happy to hear us describe our personal beliefs. Of course, our agency recommended that we should put "nonpracticing" on our profile. So, it can happen. To some it is a big deal and to some it is not. I am really sorry you are having to wait so long. Would it be possible for you to change your latter requirement? We will be adopting biracial or African-American only and our expectant mother said there were so few families from which to choose. We really loved her and wish that it had worked out. I know how you feel about hesitating to get a job; I am in the same boat. It seems as if everything is on hold. As an aside, it is nice to see some nonreligious folks around here.