8:45 a.m.--Call to baby's foster care worker to get an update on her case. Baby's mother is out of the picture. Baby's father wants custody but it most likely will not happen. There are relatives in another state who want custody but they don't know anything about them yet. I am hopeful but incredibly nervous at the same time. I get down on my knees and pray that the relatives are a no go.9:15 a.m. I call my supervisor and tell her I'm not coming back to work. That's right--I quit my job. I am going to stay home full time and foster parent. Both Kameron and I are at total peace with this decision. I am rather happy and scared out my mind at the same time.
10:00 a.m. I call social services and let them know we are ready to take another foster child. This time a little bit older child--maybe two or three years old. I am excited and questioning my sanity at the same time (are we seeing a trend here?).
We decided to start out 2011 with a bang! Stay tuned...
4 comments:
Em,
I don't know exactly why but this post brought tears to my eyes.
I am so excited to hear more of your inspiring journey. Please keep sharing!
Wow, Emily. This is big. I'm excited and scared for you, too. But you will do great. You were always meant for great things, and so far I haven't seen anything stemming from these three phone calls that you can't handle. Good luck! I am definitely thinking of you!
I'm so excited for you! It sounds like big things are coming your way. Keep us posted!
I'm so excited for you. I'm glad that foster parenting has turned out so well. (Fingers Crossed)
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