Ok, first of all I must apologise for not posting for so long. August proved to be a very sad month. After many years of fighting cancer, my mum passed away. It's taken a while to feel 'normal' again but I've finally started to get back into the swing of things, and with my panel date fast approaching, fostering has once again become a main focus.
August also seemed to be holiday time for everyone concerned with my application, and very little progress was made, but September has brought lots of action! All three of my referees (all friends, two of whom were teaching colleagues) have been interviewed, and from what I can gather, it went very well and the agency have a very positive impression of me.
My link worker also came to see me last week. I had expected the visit to have been the one where I get to read through my Form F (homestudy) but with the loss of my mother, she wanted to see how I was coping and take further notes to put in the report. She also carried out a health and safety check on my home, and I now have a whole list of things to buy and put in place before my approval!
On top of all of this, my baby girl broke her leg three weeks ago, and has had to have regular hospital visits. She's been an absolute angel with it all, and hardly seems to notice her leg is in plaster. We have an appointment tomorrow when the plaster will be removed and *hopefully* her bone will be fully mended. Unfortunately, that won't be the end of it all as the accident has also gone into my report and I need to supply a written account, hospital notes and confirmation from my health visitor that there are no concerns over my daughter's health etc. I understand that this is good practice; I'm happy to supply the information, and glad that they haven't just accepted it and moved on as it shows that they take such issues seriously. I just hope it doesn't look bad on me, and affect my chances of being approved.
Well, that's all for now but I know I'll have more to post soon, as my report has to be submitted by the beginning of October, and I'm pretty sure I'll be meeting with the agency in the week to read it through and make any final adjustments. Wish me luck!!!
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I had been a bit worried that you had posted in such a long time and when I saw an update from you had to rush over to get caught up on your news.
First of all, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mum. I cannot imagine the hole her passing has left in your heart. I pray for the Lord's comforting arms to continually wrap around you.
Your little girls leg! The poor thing! It sure sounds like she's healed fast and is no worse for wear, thankfully!
The fostering work is difficult isn't it? I'd be interested in knowing the list of things that you have to buy and install in your home as I'm anticipating having to do a lot of work like that as well.
Knowing it will all work out for you!
Emily,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Losing your Mum is extremely stressful.
Joy
So very sorry to hear about your Mum. I lost my Dad last year and it rocked our world for quite a while. I hope you and your family are holding up.
Also sorry to hear about your little one's leg. I'm sure that it will all be sorted soon, with the paperwork and documentation, etc. They can't hold accidents against you, so I'm sure things will be fine.
Best wishes and hope to hear more from you...you've had an emotional past month, haven't you? Come "visit" when you get a chance...
Hugs,
Mindy
PS Just out of curiosity, since you're in the UK, are you a new Dr. Who fan? I am a total idiot over it...love LOVE it!
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