Second blog posting in a single year -- is this a new record for me?
Just another update in the foster world as we approach our second permanency hearing. B is doing really well as of lately. He has started counseling and we are working on getting him some extra help in the classroom to assist with some behaviors. He has gone through a lot of change lately. This entire case is really falling to pieces as we approach court in May.
For starters, B's father who entered back in the picture had some things pop up on his background checks. Unfortunately this has been caught AFTER he's been introduced to B and his siblings. Can't really go back from there. I'm not 100% sure what he's done in his past, but obviously it's nothing the court will like in this situation. Also, he's failed his drug tests both times he's tested and has yet to complete drug rehab.
His mother cooperates but was ultimately given an ultimatum : lose your kids or the guy. She chose the guy, hoping the judge will overlook his past and allow all 5 children back in the home. According to facebook she has now gotten rid of him, but at this point it may be too late.
So that leaves everything up in the air. I think it's safe to say the 4 siblings who are not biologically related will not be able to go back to the home with him in the picture. Maybe ever as this is our second permanency hearing. The future of B will be left up to the judge. She may go ahead and revoke parental rights at this hearing and that'll make B free for adoption.
Basically, nothing will be clear until May. The good thing is, we are approaching summer so any big change will take place during the summer and hopefully give everyone a chance to adjust to their new normal by the start of the new school year.
Obviously, I can't post too many details about the case but that's where we stand as of today. I am taking things day by day and somewhere in between looking forward to May and dreading going. I have many fears but I also have many hopes of things possibly happening for the first time these kids have been in foster care (nearly two years). I think these kids deserve to know what they're facing and stop being stuck in limbo. One way or another, I'm just hoping we get some answers and know which direction these children are facing to allow them a chance to adjust in whatever situation they're going to be facing.
My goal is to blog again in May -- if not before. I have several thoughts I've been meaning to blog about the foster world but I'm saving that sappy post for a rainy day. AKA : When I've got some free time. With a five year old, those free moments don't happen too often!!
Until the next update....the journey continues..
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