We had our court hearing on Monday 8/9/10. The judge listened to all the evidence that was presented. Our CASA worker recommended that the children not go back to their mother. The same recommendation was heard from the state's attorney, the case worker, DCFS, and the guardian ad lidem. Then her attorney spoke and he recommended that the kids return home quickly. After hearing all the evidence, the judge decided that the kids return home immediately. So at 3:30 we left the court house and by 8:00 that evening the kids were back with their bio mom for good. Our lives were turned upside down when these children were placed in our home and once again our life has been turned upside down. They left us as quickly as they came. After 2.5 years I would have hoped that the judge would have had enough heart to let us say goodbye properly.
With all that being said, I am so fortunate to have a great support system. My family has been amazing through this. Our friends have overwhelmed us with their kind words and support. We know that God placed these children with us for a reason, and apparently that reason has been fulfilled. We have to look at the big picture and what is best for the children. Being with their mother must be the intention that God has. We must have a different road to travel now.
So now we adjust back to the life of two. It is hard to walk by their rooms and see the empty beds. It has been torture to go through all their belongings and put them up. However, we are thankful that God answered our prayers and a permanent decision has been made.
For now we will take a break from foster care. I don't think we will take another placement unless parental rights have been terminated. It is too difficult. We will wait for the children God has intended us to raise. We will pray that his plan be revealed to us!
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