Good morning world! When we have foster kids come into our home, we let them know that they are a part of the family. We let them know what the rules of the house are and get them settled in their rooms.
Usually after a few days, even after the honeymoon phase, They have a place rooted in my heart. No matter what situation brought them to my home, I love them. No matter how many kids come into my home, my heart expands with love for them.
So when one of them has to leave due to their choice of behavior, I start thinking if there was anything I could have done different with them. Or what more I could have done for them. But at the end of those times, I realize I have loved them no matter what and that is all I can do for them.
One of my friends told me I have an awesome ministry. To impact a child's life in a positive Godly way is amazing. I thought about that a lot, then realized God put the desire back into our hearts to be foster parents to share our home, our family, our hearts, and our love with them.
Is it easy? That makes me laugh. Schedules are disrupted always. Extra kids means more laundry, bigger meals, more dishes, more squabbles to referee, and more hugs, more love. On the go almost daily with doctor appointments, therapy appointments, family visits, dfs meetings, and court.
Is it worth it all? DEFINITELY YES!!! When a foster kid calls you Mom or Dad for the first time, it melts your heart. The first hug, the first I love you too. Means the world. When a foster kid gets to go back home after the parents are ready for them. Makes me smile.
Hug a kid today!
Be blessed and be a blessing,
Some of my thoughts and actions,
Elizabeth
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