Here's a pro tip: Don't tell a foster parent how they should feel about this process. A few weeks ago, I received the news that I would be upgrading from a Resource Family Home to a Prospective Adoption Home. In theory, this is a good thing. I no longer have to have three home inspections … Continue reading Raining On My Own Parade
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A little warning: today's post isn't very funny, if at all. I'm just...not in the mood. We finally had our disposition hearing a few weeks ago. As expected, both Birth Parents received reunification services. This means they each have an individualized case plan to complete in the next six months before we meet again in … Continue reading [Insert Title Here]
A Li’l Clap Back to My Haters
“This is my blog. I have to defend it.” –– Teenage Kevin McCallister TL;DR: I’m the worst. Or maybe, the system is the worst? I received a comment on my last post from a fellow single foster mother who does not believe I am “someone who should be a foster parent at all.” I COULDN’T … Continue reading A Li’l Clap Back to My Haters
One Step Closer…
Yesterday I completed my first of three in-person sessions with my assigned social worker (we'll call her SW) from Extraordinary Families. The purpose of this initial meeting was to answer all my questions, of which there were plenty, and fill out MORE paperwork. Here are some highlights: TimelineAfter one year in placement, I am considered … Continue reading One Step Closer…
She’s Spiraling…
I don't know if it had to do with hitting the halfway point in parenting classes or what, but this week I sort of freaked out re: all the shit I have to do prior to my home study evaluation. Let's do one of my favorite things - make a list: Complete application, which includes … Continue reading She’s Spiraling…
All the Single Mommies 