Opinion ID: 1615619
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Heading: Law Principles

Text: In assessing the adequacy of proof by the standard of clear and convincing evidence, we apply our other legal principles as constant guides. Our court's primary concern is the best interest of the child. In re R.L.F., 437 N.W.2d 599, 600-01 (Iowa App.1989). The future can be gleaned from evidence of the parents' past performance and motivations. In re Dameron, 306 N.W.2d 743, 745 (Iowa 1981). A child's rights and needs are paramount in parental termination proceedings. In re S.A., 502 N.W.2d 23, 25 (Iowa App.1993). We give weight to the fact findings of the juvenile court but are not bound by them. In re R.L.F., 437 N.W.2d at 600.