When my friend, SY, looked at like I was crazy because I told him that I was going to a information session on foster children, I knew he thought it was a bad idea.
And maybe it is. One of my philosophies of life is that you can't let fear or the unknown stop you from trying.
However, I have found out that I am a good mother. I'm not the most patient and he and I have our moments but my son is happy. And if I continue to do my job, he will remain so! Why shouldn't I bring another side of life to a needy child's life.
Part of this is to teach Amari to care about someone other then himself which is exactly where he's headed in our one-on-one existence. Hence, I'd like to adopt a brother for him. ( my thoughts on more children and getting married is another topic for this blog)
And more importantly, when I have my friend JD's child those two play all day and only bother me when they are hungry. I think its easier to take care of two than it is one. Well, I'll get to check my theory with the foster child situation. I can always say no if I don't feel that it will work out.
I'll let everyone know how the meeting went.
3 comments:
What a generous heart you have...... I want to do the same thing. Obviously, my kids don't need a playmate, but I would love to share what we have with a less fortunate child. I know that I won;t be able to do it any time soon, but it has always been something that I wanted to do. Once the kids get a little older, I am going to make it happen.
I have an aunt that keeps foster children and she loves it. She has been doing it for over 15 years.
It's a big undertaking but very rewarding. Good luck with whatever you decide.
I have decided not to get a foster child. I thought it best to wait until Amari is a bit older. The children are from backgrounds (physical abuse, sexual abuse, drugs, etc.) that I wouldn't feel comfortable having around Amari at the age he is now.
Once he's a bit older, I think I will revisit having a foster child!
PATIENCE, And just remember what you said about yourself.
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