Gay couples should not be able to get married and adopt a child.

Elementary school and junior high school are the times in a child's life where he or she would get made fun of most. There is a lot of teasing, as well as, unnecessary words that are said to one another. During this period, a child must learn how to deal with words and how to stand up for himself or herself. However, if that child has a weakness, it would be a much harder time. …

…with gay parents would experience a harder time of coming out of childhood and into adulthood because of ridicule. He or she will be picked on much more than other kids will be and he or she might mentally suffer all his or her life. Before a gay couple tries to adopt a child, they should consider what might occur to that child. They must consider the child's safety and health before their own happiness.