In Re Daniel R.

OPINION

This case came before the Supreme Court on February 9, 1999, pursuant to an order directing the parties to appear and show cause why the issues raised in this appeal should not be summarily decided. The respondent, Elizabeth Mena (Mena), has appealed from a Family Court decree terminating her parental rights to her three children, Daniel, David, and Andrew. After hearing the arguments of counsel and considering the memoranda submitted by the parties, we are of the opinion that cause has not been shown. Therefore, the appeal will be decided at this time.

It was disclosed at oral argument…