Today I attended the court hearing for Marcus. All the attorneys, his caseworker, and the judge all agreed that it was in Marc's best interest to send him home to live with his mother. There were many stipulations placed on her in order for this to continue, but she has come a long way and is well on her way to being a successful mother. I am glad for him and his family's sake that he is able to do this, but I am very sad to be loosing one of my children whom I have some to love. He has turned our lives upside down and has made the last six months the most stressful and hard 6 months I've ever gone through, but I have learned so much in trying to work with and teach him and in the process fell in love with this little fellow. I am going to miss him terribly, despite the relief of not having to deal with his outlandish behaviors. Not to mention the other children who are loosing a brother next week when Marc leaves. I can only hope that I have prepared them to accept this and that we can all work through the grieving process together.
I hope Marc and his mom can be successful in their journey together. I have done a lot to set him up for success as long his mom follows through with the programs I have set up.
I've known and taken care of him (daycare before foster care) since he was 11 months old, now I'm not sure if we're going to see him again. We're sure going to miss him...
Marc at 12 months old
Marc 15 months old
Marc 2 years old
Marc 3 years old
PS-The kids haven't been told that Marc is moving home yet because it will set off their behavior and we don't need any more stress than we already have right now. So if you see us don't mention the fact that Marc is leaving in front of the children- not, until moving day: Nov. 4th.
Marc 15 months old
Marc 2 years old
Marc 3 years old
Sounds like a miserable experience, but obviously one with mixed feelings as it's good to see a mother and child re-united. Hopefully everything works out ok with him and his mom. I'm sorry you've had to struggle so much with the behavior problems, but glad you had that learning opportunity.
ReplyDeleteOh,wow. That is going to be so tough for you guys! ALL of you. I'll pray for you! Wish there was more I could do.
ReplyDeleteWhat a growing experience for all involved! I think that is really neat that you have set up some things for his mom. I hope that it is a happy, successful reunion and a calm transition for your family. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteYou've cared for him and loved him and made him one of your own. That's got to be so hard to let him go now. Our prayers will be with you and with Marc, that his transition back to his mother will be a good one and that all will be well with all of you.
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