Okay so for those of you who follow me on Facebook you knew I had court this morning. Originally I went for Roo BUT it "just so happens" that Moe's case was reviewed before the court today also.
I have had some insight on what has been happening in his case and it has NOT been good! I knew that. I knew CPS has not been happy with his current conditions. I knew that they were wanting him to come back to us. I did. I just didn't know that it would happen today!
First of all Roo's case was very short and the mother is wanting to work plans to get him back... they usually always start out that way. She was all alone, no attorney, no friend, no hand to hold. Just her. It broke my heart. I looked at her at such a young age and thought that so could have been me back at that age. ALONE, Lost! I cried. (Ol' soft heart syndrome!). She just needs someone to take her by the hand and tell her she is loved, she has value and that she has a savior crying out for her heart! JESUS, captivate her heart! There are no visitations in play so I am unsure of what that means.
Then came Moe's case! Boy Howdy that was a different story all together! It lasted about 3 hours of back and forth this and that... UGH. EXCRUCIATING! Especially having to listen to them explain the things that Moe has been through since he left our home and how he has regressed so much.
When they were talking about him no longer talking I didn't think they were 100% truthful. And when they said he was distant and depressed I was like hmmm, maybe he is just being his bashful self.
Not in the least.
Today Moe was returned to our home.
He cannot talk. He looks straight through you... he's lost in his own little world.
I cry.
Where is my happy little Moe Baby and why is there no way I can save him from this corrupt system.
CPS wants him to be adopted by us but the judge may not see that necessary if the mom can now step it up and make a way for him.
I hate that he has to be put through so much at such a young age. YES children are resilient but they are also VERY FRAGILE... Handle with care!
This has been some of the most careless acts imposed upon his little self. I was for the dad having a chance to prove himself a fit father but when it started going downhill they should have stopped it then. NOT 4 months later!
We welcomed him back into our home and saw Bear interact with his little self. Moe was being stand off-ish and then Bear came right up to him on my lap and started laughing this ridiculous little goofy laugh and Moe cracked up laughing and they sat there for 5 minutes laughing at eachother... an overwhelming JOYFUL laugh... at NOTHING. The pure innocence of childhood that he should ALWAYS know in our home.
Tonight I sat with him, prayed with him and just held him. He was tough. He put up a fight. He then surrendered and smiled at me and dropped one part of that wall.
Our Moe Baby has been returned as a damaged package but with lots of delicate placement and all the right pieces we can get him back. I love him no matter how he comes. It will be some hard work but to see him being well taken care of ... I will take that hard work over none.
ANY DAY!
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Oh, Bri! My heart breaks for Moe! But God has ordained each step in his life for a purpose, and He has protected him. I will be praying Moe is home for good, and that he never has to face another move.
Oh Bri. My heart is SO happy that is he with you yet the tears flow for what your sweet Moe baby has had to endure! Bringing him out of this shell might take just as long as he was away from you (4 months?) Be patient and KNOW that you have prayer warriors. God has a plan for that sweet Moe baby. Plans for GOOD!!! His testimony will be one of strength and courage. Hug him for me. I'm so thankful he is in your arms once again!!! :::praying::: XOXOX
How lucky that little one is to have such a loving mom to come back home to. My hubs was in the foster care back in the day where he never went to the same home twice so was juggled from mom to homes until the age of 18. The definition of cruelty. I pray he's home to stay!
I will be praying for your family and little Moe. It is so sad what "our" children have to go through because of stinking policies. I know how you feel I haven't lost Little J and then got him back but I do worry that this may happen one day if things should go wrong.
Oh,how my heart cries for this sweet, innocent baby. So glad he is back with your family. I pray he gets to stay forever.
The system...UGH. Such a tragedy. This is why there are so many older children waiting for homes because they have been back and forth so many times and new and more damage has been done every time. By the time the judge finally says enough is enough the child is older and so damaged people are not willing to do the hard work it takes to help them heal. Thank you for you willingness and eagerness to do the hard work for this precious child. My prayers are with you.
I have been following your blog for some time now. I know how difficult it was for you when Moe went back to his father even though at the time it was for the best.
I am thankful that he is back with your family--especially with his big brother Bear, I just wish it was under different circumstances. I know you and Bear will be able to heal his sore heart.
I teared up reading about sweet little Moe! Lord may his walls fall and let him recieve love again. Thank you Lord that he has not only Bri and Johnny but a sweet brother to love him in a selfless childlike way! God KNEW what personality little Bear would need tp have to be His hands and feet already! And God also KNEW your testimony would give you a soft heart toward lost parents. Blessings friend!
my heart is broken for little moe! thank you for stepping up and being his mama... your family is exactly what he needs. praying for his little heart today. that innocence would be restored and protected. that light would return. that he would laugh and play freely.
you are a treasure on this earth!
Bri, what a sweet relief to know that Moe Baby is back in your arms! I know that you will do everything in your power to bring that precious boy back to his normal self! :) I love that Bear and Moe have such a wonderful relationship! It melts my heart to picture them cracking up together! :) Praying for Moe and Roo's situations and sending lots of love your way to pass on to them!!
My prayers are with you and Johnny and your "whole" family as you bring little Moe back to a happy little boy. He deserves it, as all children do. Love you guys. :-)
My heart breaks for Moe friend...praying all works out for good! Love you! ((((HUGS))))
Ok, I saw this on FB and came right over. I cannot BELIEVE this has happened. I have been struggling this week, w/ what the kids go through because of their parents. The system never really seems to be thinking of their "best interest" and I am SO sick of hearing that "minimally adequate" phrase. I'm so, SO glad he's back with you and I hope he stays. Period.
praying for peace for you and your family, and wisdom for those who call the shots. bri, i don't know how you do it. well, i do, because of the One who helps you. but still, i can't imagine.
Oh this just makes me cry... You are such a strong mama... and you are so gentle with the ones God has given you... even if only for a short while... I'm so amazed by your unwillingness to give up fighting for these children's lives... Be blessed woman!!
Wow, Bri! That's A LOT. A lot for Moe. A lot for you & J. Praying for grace, wisdom, & strength for your family. Thanks for loving the ones who need it the most! And give Bear a high 5 from his aunt CoCo. He's the bestest big brother!
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