Cameron called yesterday. Jolene finally called back regarding Mia and Fonzie. Fonzie has really been acting out at school, on the bus, etc. Because of the nature of his actions Jolene feels very uncomfortable placing him in our home since he would be sharing a room with Isaac. I immediately thought 'Ok, we'll move him to his own room'. Anna went outside and sulked for a few minutes. She was very disappointed to hear that Mia and Fonzie likely won't be in our home at all. This is frustrating to me because, had they allowed us to meet with Mia and Fonzie weeks and weeks ago, maybe this behavior could have been avoided. Who knows. Maybe the possibility of a forever home for Fonzie would have been an encouragement for him. It makes me wonder . . . why, after 2 1/2 years in a steady foster home, is he just now starting to act out? He was doing so well there. Anyway, it seems the door has been closed; however, I'm considering contacting Jolene myself. I still want to meet them. Why haven't we been able to at least meet them??
We have received more referrals. We have asked to be referred (after looking at their information we are able to have our paperwork and info sent to that child's worker to be considered) for a sibling group of a sister (11) and brother (7 or 8). We have yet to hear if we could be considered. That was 2 or 3 weeks ago. I'm beginning to wonder if we are like puppets and if our worker is the puppet master. I love her and appreciate her, but I truly wonder if she is pulling the strings. There are two different kids we've asked about that she had forgotten to refer us for. When she finally did refer us they were already placed or visiting. How could that be happening that quickly when it seems to take forever for us to hear back from any given kid. Makes me wonder if she's holding back for some reason? Again, who knows.
We wait. I'm ok with the waiting. I'm not ok with the doubts and questions in my head. Getting a little anxious.
On a positive . . . we are caring for a foster child this weekend and over Thanksgiving weekend. We are giving respite for another foster mom. Flora is 15 months old. We get her tonight and she stays through Monday. We're told she is adorable and easy to care for. The only downside, she wakes at 6 am! But, I'm glad to be able to offer help while we wait.
That's it for now. Hopefully, next time we update we will have a prospect!
