Saturday, February 14, 2009

Sad day..

We got a call about a little girl.
8 years old.

We were told it was a desperate situation. ( I can't go into detail obviously) but suffice it to say that it was a DESPERATE situation. We only had one day to prepare so we rushed around to get things ready for her arrival, Gabbie and I went shopping for baby and barbie dolls, P.J.s.. fun little girl stuff ( and Gabbie was such a help knowing what she might like, they are the same age after all) We prayed for her, that she would not be scared, that she would feel our love the moment she entered our home. I couldn't sleep Thursday night, I kept thinking about her, wondering how she was feeling at that very same moment, probably not sleeping either.. loving her.. and wanting her.

We were to leave Friday morning to pick her up. At 12:00 we had heard nothing, so we called. The case worker went to her home and they were GONE. just gone.

My heart is breaking for this child. It's times like this when I wonder if I am cut out for this. I cried all day and I can't stop thinking about her. I look at all of her little things, and it just makes me so sad. The case worker was on the phone with me crying..so I know that she must be in danger.
Please.. please, pray for this child. I just want to wrap my arms around her and tell her that she will never hurt again..and I can't.. that's hard to swallow.

11 comments:

  1. Oh Michelle, my heart breaks for you and the little girl. I will keep you all in my prayers.. please keep us posted!

    Hugs from Colorado!

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  2. Oh my goodness Michelle, that is so sad and scary! I will definately keep her in my thoughts and prayers. I really hope she is ok. God bless you for opening your heart and home to so many children that so desperately need it. There is a special place for you in heaven!

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  3. Shel, Where ever she is I am praying that God has his arms around her...and that he gives you peace about her.

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  4. The reality of the world we live in is daunting...thank goodness for our Savior who knows and will one day return. I will stop and pray immediately as I can't imagine the pain of hearing news like that. Keep pressing into the Lord and His word for strength-we can't do it on our own. :) Praying for you!

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  5. I come via the Monster Wrangler. Loved what you said in her comments. I'll pray for this little girl. We've been fostering for six years ourselves. It's a heartbreaking world out there.

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  6. Thank you ladies, I appreciate you and your prayers!!

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  7. No, no word. I called yesterday and they don't know anything. :( Thanks for praying.

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  8. Oh Michelle, I will be praying too! Poor precious girl.

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  9. I'm so sorry to hear this. I will pray for this little girl, and for you... that you have the strength to keep going!

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  10. Praying for her... have you heard from them yet?

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