In Re Jones

GRAHAM, Judge.

It has been noted often that a trial judge is probably faced with no more difficult task than that of finding the correct answer when called upon to determine the custody of a child. “Nearly always any decision he makes will produce heartaches.” In re Gibbons, 245 N.C. 24, 95 S.E. 2d 85.

Respondents have lovingly provided for this child’s every need while her care has been entrusted to them. She undoubtedly loves them and would be happy and secure in their permanent custody. The temptation is great to leave His Honor’s judgment undisturbed.

On the other hand, there is nothing in…