Brian and Melinda adopt another son

[TdHabib]

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(posted by Administrator on October 11, 2009 at 4:59 pm)
Message:
Brian and Melinda would like to announce the arrival of their second son Dash Tristan Wilson, who was finalized though the Los Angeles County Children's Court this past Friday October 9, 2009, just slightly over eight months after he was placed with the Wilson's on January 24th, 2009.
In proceedings held in the chamber of Honorable Judge Henning Brian, Melinda and family officially rejoiced once again as Judge Henning announced: "He's yours." As the Wilson's left the court the Judge said, "See you next year!"
Congratulation Wilson's!!!!!!!

Discuss and don't be too harsh.

[Rocker]

Congratulations !

I believe their other children were all from the same mother. Is Dash Tristan too?

[the captain]

The administrator doesn't know the difference between plural and possessive.

[Nicole]

Congrats, Brian and Melinda! They've got a D name theme going on, it's cute.

A couple weeks ago when we were talking about Brian's children, another member and I mentioned how we'd heard about a fourth child...I still don't remember where I heard that, but this is a little strange, lol.

[Jason]

Does Brian even know he has four young children?

[Andrew G. Doe]

From the blueboard

(posted by Administrator on October 11, 2009 at 4:59 pm)
Message:
Brian and Melinda would like to announce the arrival of their second son Dash Tristan Wilson, who was finalized though the Los Angeles County Children's Court this past Friday October 9, 2009, just slightly over eight months after he was placed with the Wilson's on January 24th, 2009.
In proceedings held in the chamber of Honorable Judge Henning Brian, Melinda and family officially rejoiced once again as Judge Henning announced: "He's yours." As the Wilson's left the court the Judge said, "See you next year!"
Congratulation Wilson's!!!!!!!

Discuss and don't be too harsh.

I notice there's a heavy emphasis on the involvement of the LA CCC this time round. Just sayin'...

[DonnaK]

I think that there is something really, really wrong with them being allowed to adopt another young baby at their age. What the hell was that judge thinking about? You don't adopt kids like you go clothing shopping or dog shopping for that matter. Don't they have 17 dogs or about that many?? Somebody better stop that woman........

[Wirestone]

Hm.

Yep, hm is the word I'm looking for.

[♩♬🐸 Billy C ♯♫♩🐇]

From the blueboard

(posted by Administrator on October 11, 2009 at 4:59 pm)
Message:
Brian and Melinda would like to announce the arrival of their second son Dash Tristan Wilson, who was finalized though the Los Angeles County Children's Court this past Friday October 9, 2009, just slightly over eight months after he was placed with the Wilson's on January 24th, 2009.
In proceedings held in the chamber of Honorable Judge Henning Brian, Melinda and family officially rejoiced once again as Judge Henning announced: "He's yours." As the Wilson's left the court the Judge said, "See you next year!"
Congratulation Wilson's!!!!!!!

Discuss and don't be too harsh.

I notice there's a heavy emphasis on the involvement of the LA CCC this time round. Just sayin'...

I'm more intrigued by the "see you next year" line.

I think that there is something really, really wrong with them being allowed to adopt another young baby at their age. What the hell was that judge thinking about? You don't adopt kids like you go clothing shopping or dog shopping for that matter. Don't they have 17 dogs or about that many?? Somebody better stop that woman........

As a child of an older father, I definitely agree. If my dad was still alive he'd be 77 (I'm 31 right now but was 23 when he passed) and it wasn't always easy.

[Smilin Ed H]

Not knowing the background, who knows?  Maybe we should be charitable and see this as a kid getting a chance he didn't have.

[The Heartical Don]

I see no problem... that is, I don't think we are allowed to pass moral judgment here. Young dads may be bad 'rearers', with all their impulsivity, insecurity, what have you. If the Wilson household is stable and warm, and if good nannies step in when Brian's touring... and there seems to be some way to communicate live all over the world, sound and picture and all, I forget what it's called. Interpet, or something.

[shelter]

By the time the kid turns 18, Brian will be 85 and Melinda (I believe) in her late 70s. That's absurd.

[The Shift]

I see nothing wrong with this at all. If the kids are given a stable home, great, and even when B&M are gone they'll likely want for nothing and I'm sure a support network will be in place then. My concern is for B&M's existing families -  hope they're getting their share of family too.

[Amy B.]

My first reaction was, "What?" because of the age thing. It's sort of sad to think that Brian and/or Melinda may not be around to see this kid become an adult. On the other hand, the judge knows more about the situation than we do, so who are we to judge? If Brian and Melinda are able to give these kids a warm and loving home environment, then that's probably the first consideration. I bet you Brian is a better father at 67 than he was at 26 or however old he was the first time around.

[MookieZ]

Congratulations !

I believe their other children were all from the same mother. Is Dash Tristan too?

Brian's last tweet contained a link to a picture. Probably not the same mother.

[Wilsonista]

Congratulations !

I believe their other children were all from the same mother. Is Dash Tristan too?

Brian's last tweet contained a link to a picture. Probably not the same mother.

You think?

[Dr. Tim]

I would have been a little more polite saying it than DonnaK, though I was thinking essentially the same thing she was, Amy too.  That makes for an awfully busy household, the dogs, 4 young kids, an aging parent.  Yeah, yeah I know, Tony Randall fathered a baby too in his 70s (the old-fashioned way, not an adoption)  - but he didn't live too long afterward.  That's a drag.  Now I know they have lots of help.  The older kids are old enough to help too. And I wish them all the best.  And I gather Brian is a better father to this brood than he was to his first, though I wouldn't venture to guess how consistent he is able to be about it.  See, I AM an older parent of sorts (not as old as the Wilsons, but don't ask), we only have one young'un, and she runs us ragged.  I can't imagine trying to corral 4 kids and a pack of dogs at their age, even with Supernanny in residence.  Maybe that's why the court looked at this adoption a little more closely.  But OK.  Hope it all works out.

[Mr. Wilson]

While i have my reservations ..that pic shows alot of love..BW its thought can be manipulated sometimes ..BUT..There is no man on the planet i dont think that could be manipulated into adopting 4 children unles he wanted to..Also consider this Brian + Melinda must be in real good health..And its Brians money + legacy...Im sure BW knows what he is doin..

[DonnaK]

I too, am an older parent, and now a single one at that. I am going on 61 and my son just turned 17. I am just concerned that the courts just seem to not look closely enough at the welfare of the child. They are supposed to do what is BEST for the child's interest. I only wish them all the best, but sometimes people push the envelope, know what I mean? I saw the brood at a concert in Pasadena a couple of years ago when they only had the 3 kids. There wer 2 nannies there for them then. At least there's work out there for nannies. Isn't it rumored that Brad Pitt is even putting the limit on their craziness? I just hope they grow up with out issues.

[Mr. Wilson]

I was at that pasadena show..Not one of BW best..It was just after he laid down on stage in northern california + Al was there..Said he felt faint...BW seemed to be rushing lyrics..Speed up the band..Never saw the brood but its interesting it took 2 nannies to take care of kids..Who takes care of all the dogs..?

[Andrew G. Doe]

By the time the kid turns 18, Brian will be 85 and Melinda (I believe) in her late 70s. That's absurd.

Brian is four years older than Melinda, so she'll be 81.

[Wirestone]

I recall when their age difference was much greater ...

Heh.

[donald]

Children can often consume your life.  Teens will consume your life for sure.    You would have to have the heart of mother teresa to adopt that many kids at that age.  Or some alterior motive.

I wish them all the best.

[Aegir]

Maybe Brian's trying to compete with Mike. Between both marriages, Brian now has six kids. Mike has eight (nine if you include Shawn), but he had them all the natural way!

[Smilin Ed H]

Brian looks a damn site happier on that photo than on many associated with his day job!