Today I got a call from the agency saying they have a 19 month old boy they need a place for.
I almost immediately said no but instead I said "tell me about him".
She gave me his history and then I asked her if this would be a long term or short term placement.
She said possibly long.
She went on to tell me that they have placed all of his siblings but have no where for him.
I told her I would have to talk to my husband but that we could only keep him through the weekend as we don't really have the room in the car or the house. She said that would help a lot as this is a holiday weekend and she was having a hard time finding anyone else to take him. I said I would call her back.
I called Allen, he was on his way home. I told him and he IMMEDIATELY said yes.
So we have another little boy right now.
He was scared when he first got here and cried which TOTALLY broke my heart for him. He must be so scared and confused. I sat on the floor and played with him and within minutes he was giggling and laughing.
He is already following me all over the house. :-)
My only fear is that they will NOT place him elsewhere on Tuesday and then we will be in trouble. The van is not big enough for three carseats and Makily's wheelchair. I can make it work short term but there is no way I can do this for a long time.
He ate a good dinner and I gave him a bath. He has been VERY sweet and he looks like a really healthy little guy. I rocked him for a little bit and he went to sleep.
We'll call him Snuggles.
I almost immediately said no but instead I said "tell me about him".
She gave me his history and then I asked her if this would be a long term or short term placement.
She said possibly long.
She went on to tell me that they have placed all of his siblings but have no where for him.
I told her I would have to talk to my husband but that we could only keep him through the weekend as we don't really have the room in the car or the house. She said that would help a lot as this is a holiday weekend and she was having a hard time finding anyone else to take him. I said I would call her back.
I called Allen, he was on his way home. I told him and he IMMEDIATELY said yes.
So we have another little boy right now.
He was scared when he first got here and cried which TOTALLY broke my heart for him. He must be so scared and confused. I sat on the floor and played with him and within minutes he was giggling and laughing.
He is already following me all over the house. :-)
My only fear is that they will NOT place him elsewhere on Tuesday and then we will be in trouble. The van is not big enough for three carseats and Makily's wheelchair. I can make it work short term but there is no way I can do this for a long time.
He ate a good dinner and I gave him a bath. He has been VERY sweet and he looks like a really healthy little guy. I rocked him for a little bit and he went to sleep.
We'll call him Snuggles.
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you know I have an opening....send him on over! ;^)
Bless your hearts.
It'll be a holiday weekend to remember!! :o)
You and your husband really have HUGE hearts, and this will all come back to you in so many good ways. ENJOY your big family!!
I think I would have done the same as you. Funny how quickly boys outnumbered girls in the house. I hope al goes well with little J.
Oh honey! I'm in tears. If you lived closer..I would sprint over there and pray for that child. Trish..it's official. As if you didn't know this..but you/your hubby rock it out. Your such an inspiration. I'm utterly in awe.
May God bless you both richly for this amazing ministry. I'll pray for this little guy now.
Much love,
A
Wow..you're not MAD, you're just an angel. I'm glad that you've decided to open your home to children who aren't as fortunate as Makily and J to have wonderful parents like you guys! I will be praying for you guys.
Love,
Sami
PS: I'm starting a new job, so I probably won't be on much this weekend. Say a prayer that it goes well!
I cried with joy at your generosity. Thank you for opening your heart and home - however temporary - for another beautiful child.
Aww Congrats on the new little one even if it only is for the weekend :) I hope that they can find him a new home quickly next week, but how sweet to take him even though you really don't have the room. I totally would have done the same thing :)
Wow! I stay away one night, and your family grows (if only temporarily) overnight! LOL!! Snuggles is so lucky to have you all this weekend. It's going to break my heart when he leaves your loving family though.
OMG! You guys are amazing. God bless you!
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