Can you imagine leaving a child you've grown to love in an unfamiliar place, not knowing if you'll ever see them again?

This episode takes you through the gut-wrenching experience we faced on July 28th, 2023. We also share how prayer became our lifeline during these heart-shattering moments and how community support played a crucial role. Listen as we recount welcoming a new placement, a four-year-old boy, and the profound sense of urgency within the foster care system.

We open up about our own struggles and heartbreak, highlighting the feelings of helplessness and grief when children are abruptly taken away. The challenges we faced within the system, the emotional and physical toll it took on us, and the critical importance of self-care are laid bare in this chapter. Personal stories bring to life the rollercoaster of emotions—both the crushing lows and the triumphant highs—that come with fostering.

We explore the emotional complexities of fostering. From supporting the biological mother to the unexpected call to take back her other child we had previously cared for, the twists and turns are both heartwarming and heartbreaking. We also delve into the mixed emotions of reconnecting with a child after separation, the role of faith, and the comforting power of music. Don't miss this part of our three-part series, where we'll unravel even more of this intricate journey.

Episode Highlights: 

• The long drive home.
• Things weren’t going well.
• Prayer is the most powerful thing.
• The tides started to turn.
• Storming the gates of hell.

Links Mentioned in Episode/Find More on A Force to Be Reckoned With:

• Jointheforce.us
• Follow us on Instagram @bethanyadkins
• Find us on Youtube!
• Listen to our Spotify Playlist!
• Listen to our Apple Music Playlist!
• Psalm 46 by Shane & Shane
• Though You Slay Me by Shane & Shane

This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.