I've been visiting with a couple foster kids that the state is considering placing at my house. So far, it has been interesting to get to know kids that I know nothing about.
I've discovered that figuring out what to eat or where and when to run errands takes on a whole new set of questions and issues. Additionally, the kids are working to figure out the boundaries I have, so we've had a few "testing" episodes.
The benefit is watching them learn to relax and enjoy life. Their excitement at having a room and toys to play with combined with the idea of a new adventure. Since school starts soon, everyone is hoping to have the kids moved in within the next couple weeks. I'm sure a set schedule will help both me and the kids settle into a routine.
Meanwhile, I've been busy wrapping up my seminary quarter, which ends after the time the kids move in, and trying to figure out what to buy for meals. Arranging day care, school, transportation, and school supplies is taking a lot of time right now; but once done will be done for quite a while.
Today I finally got my foster car license in the mail. It's funny to think that I will soon have kids in the home!
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Congratulations and good luck as you move towards your next adventure in the life of a foster parent. The first month is hard and takes a ton of time, but it will get smoother.
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