A boy named Michael, who has been in foster care for 832 days will celebrate his Christmas with his newfound family.
Tara Montgomery told reports the adoption took place on December 20 in Phoenix, Arizona after Michael was living with her family for more than a year.
"Michael was placed with us on Feb. 14, 2015, when he was 18 months old. We were his third foster family," she said. "His original case plan was reunification with his 'bio-mom.' When that plan failed, a new plan was set. As a single parent, I was not looking to adopt, just to help kids during transition."
Montgomery's daughter Dae Brown posted a photo of Michael on Twitter where it has been retweeted more than 50,000 times.
His adoption was "meant to be," she told ABC News.
"This photo is the definition of his personality," she added. "He couldn't help but let everyone know that he was being adopted today. We are so happy to have Michael in our lives."
Montgomery revealed that her family had an instant connection with the boy.
"It felt like he was a part of our family right from the start," Montgomery said, calling him her "valentine baby." He also already had the same last name (Brown) as her two daughters.
"After his mom's rights were severed, I knew he was going to be ours forever," Montgomery said. "He is the most loving, smart, funny and happy kiddo. He wakes in the morning and says, 'Mom, I so happy.'"
With the internet fame both Montgomery's family and Michael, she is grateful that her son is bringing awareness and positive outlook towards adoption.
"If this can inspire just one person to make a difference in the life of a child, we are happy," she added.
Forever Family❤️ #Adopted pic.twitter.com/Ql8LpiknPA
— dae (@daaebrown) December 20, 2016
