Life of the Party

 so...          Let's begin. I want to start out by saying that life isn't easy with four kids and a full time job! I honestly don't know how people do this successfully. As a foster parent, I'm still learning about all the invisible baggage that my kids brought with them.      There are nights when I don't get sleep, because they are afraid someone is coming to get them. My 16 year old fears the dark, loud nosies, and being left behind. I suggest all foster parents invest in personal flashlights. It seems to help when the they have their own. We have night lights every where, but that doesn't always help.      Develop and create a laundry routine.  I will only wash two loads of laundry each day.  There are around 6-7 people at my house on any given day, and we are NOT washing clothes all the time.  My children each have their own baskets. They are responsible for placing items in their closets.    ...

 Here is a list of things that I would suggest to keep when introducing a new teen to your home 1. Toothbrush  2. Hair Brush  3. Pads/ Tampons  4. Personal items (deodorant, etc.) 5. Night lights or a flash light  6. Plush Blanket  7. Snacks        I saw a huge need of taking in teens, so I decided that fostering teen girls would be my goal. It isn’t easy or for soft people. They are blunt and sometimes rude. THEY NEED LOVE TOO!  I highly encourage everyone to consider fostering teens first. I have found it to be a blessing! 

From the outside we seem organized and ready to take on any new adventures...        I’m glad it seems this way. We are always preparing for the worse and nothing ever goes as planned. I feel like each day has it’s own battles and we take them in stride. Today’s adventures included the never ending battle of fear. Fear of closed doors. Fear of being alone.    I have discovered that daily check ins really go a long way with my kids. We don’t always call it this, but we do take time and talk individually.       I have bought night lights for the youngest and I invested in a  motion light for the outside. She needed to be able to see at night from her window. This makes her feel safe that no one can come up to her window without the light going off.  It’s the small things in our daily lives that we overlook.   

       After becoming a foster parent, my eyes have really opened! It is a rewarding task and I do feel as if I have made a small difference. Our home is currently open and we are looking forward to taking in another child.   I want to high encourage people to adopt and foster. There are so many children out there that need a loving home.       It isn't an easy process and they will test your patience. I have decided to take in teens only. I think this age range is often overlooked.    Enable Ginger Cannot connect to Ginger Check your internet connection or reload the browser Disable in this text field Edit Edit in Ginger Edit in Ginger ×