DEAR ABBY: I am 12 years old and live with my dad. Twenty-two years ago my mom placed my brother, "Jim," for adoption. I found out about my brother two years ago. Mother gave me his address. I would like to meet him, but I am afraid he won't like me. He has a wife and kids who are my niece and nephew.
Please, Abby, should I write Jim or should I not? -- CONFUSED AND SCARED IN ALBUQUERQUE
DEAR CONFUSED AND SCARED: I see no reason why you shouldn't write your brother and let him know that you would like to meet him and his family. Yes, reaching out can be scary, but you have more to gain by doing so than you have to lose. The majority of reunions are happy ones. Think positive.