The Goliaths' special Christmas story

WESTRIDGE couple Hayley and Etienne Goliath and adopted son Judah Goliath, 7, will celebrate a special Christmas this year - their first as a legal family.

- BY MARSHA BOTHMA

After a six-year journey through fostering, court processes, and lengthy delays, the Goliaths are overjoyed and relieved that Judah is officially at home for the festive season.

Dad Etienne said: "This is a very special Christmas for us. Judah's adoption is now official, and it feels as if he has always been ours.

"We had to surrender his birth certificate and update his details, and it's truly a fantastic gift.

"Christmas in our home has changed - it's our 24th Christmas in Westridge, but this year it feels even more meaningful.