Monday's Child: Curious and affectionate Xaven, 4, loves to sing and play with his toys

Xaven, 4, loves to sing.

Xaven is a curious and affectionate biracial child of African-American and Caucasian descent who loves to sing. He likes to play with his toys, especially those that make noises. Xaven also enjoys playing with cars and trucks, and watching TV. His favorite TV show is "Cocomelon."

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If you’re at least 18 years old, have a stable source of income and room in your heart, you may be a perfect match to adopt a waiting child.

Adoptive parents can be single, married or partnered; experienced or not; renters or homeowners; LGBTQ+ singles and couples. As an adoptive parent, you won’t have to pay any fees; adoption from foster care is completely free in Massachusetts.

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