Isaiah is a cheerful, funny teenager with a smile that brightens a room. The 13-year-old is very courteous and values his friendships and spends most of his free time participating in group activities.

One of Isaiah’s favorite things is playing basketball at the park. He likes to continually improve his skills while having fun with his friends. He hopes when he grows up to find a job he truly enjoys and is a collaborative effort.

But Isaiah isn’t in any rush to grow up. He says, “Being an adult is overrated. I’m going to be a kid as long as I can.”

Isaiah is looking for a family that will support his efforts to do well in school and in his hobbies. Isaiah loves to laugh and have fun and wants a family who feels the same. His current relationships are important to him and he would like a family who will help him nurture those post-adoption.

For more information on children in foster care eligible for adoption, call Aid to Adoption of Special Kids at 602.930.4900, or visit www.aask-az.org.

Editor's note: Ms. Gaieck is a copywriter at AASK - Aid to Adoption of Special Kids. She will be submitting articles regularly to the Daily Independent at YourValley.net in hopes to find children forever families.