Empathy No. 083

11/30/85

Miss Butler-

My name is Nelson Blackburn, representing Strickland, Castaneda and Payne. Therese referred your case to me and forwarded a copy of your letter, so I am fully apprised of the situation.

First, a little bit about myself. While I am not a family attorney by practice, I have assisted in several private adoptions, primarily for friends and associates. Because of this background, I know that this is not an easy decision for you, and I intend to do everything within my power to make the process a simple one. I have already begun the first step, which is making contact with the prospective adoptive parents of your child. While I am not at liberty to reveal precise details about them, I can tell you that they are a professional couple living out of state and they are eager to give your child a new home.

I will be in contact with you again shortly to discuss the next step in the process. Note that I can arrange for anonymous correspondence between you and the prospective adoptive parents if you wish, and if you have any requests then I can transmit those as well.

Mr. Blackburn