Few of the 37 foster children who have been fortunate enough to come under Elaine Spivy’s wing would fit most people’s definition of “normal.” Since 1986, Spivy and her husband, Allen, have cared for prematurely-born infants, abused babies, mentally and physically handicapped children, and emotionally unstable adolescents. All were taken into the Spivys’ home without regard to race or family background.