The four Lee orphans were hours away from being separated by county officials. That’s when writer-producer Gavin Glynn (center) stepped in. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)
Gavin Glynn kisses Mathew Gramajo, the son of his foster daughter, Emily Lee, center. Six years ago, Glynn was adopting Iby, seated at left, when he took in Emily and her siblings Shane, standing at left; Patrick, right; and Grace, not pictured. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)
Gavin at his home holding family photos. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)