Complete oblivious disregard for the little boy's need for a father and a mother. It's all about how they, the parents, serve their own feelings and get what they want.
The difference between a kid and a commodity --- in this scenario, an expensive pet --- is now officially nil.
The difference between a kid and a commodity --- in this scenario, an expensive pet --- is now officially nil.
I know of someone (single) who adopted a little girl, same sort of thing.
This whole business just fills me with sadness.