So sad the little guy has to live the rest of his life without a Mommy. We lost my son's mother when he was 12. I think it has affected him (and me) for the last 22 years. Even though he was raised in church and taught right from wrong, he still took the wrong path; I believe because he lacked the love of a mother. My advice is to let little Atticus talk to professionals occasionally. God bless you for taking him in. DP