Monday, February 25, 2008

LOST

We just found out that the birth mother came and took the kids back. We've lost our family, just like that.

She had gone into interview with USCIS and had signed their paperwork. They apparently asked for a DNA sample as they had some reason to question whether she was actually their mother. We've been told before that USCIS really grills the birth parents - "You know you'll NEVER see these children again" kinda thing. I don't know if that's what changed her mind.

That night, after the orphanage director had gone home, she came back with a car and demanded the children back. The police got involved. Apparently it was quite a scene. At any rate, the orphanage was forced to give them back to her. She also asked the orphanage for money, which they refused. It doesn't bode well for the situation they're now in.

I can't feel like this is over. It seems like it was a rash decision on her part and that she's not any more able to care for them now than she was initially.

Prayers. Please. I don't know what else to do.

10 comments:

Lynnae said...

Prayers are being said for you and for the kids. My heart is breaking for you.

Love and hugs,

Lynnae

Mrs.Spy said...

We will be fasting tonight, Lori and Brent. All of our thoughts and love are with you and the kids right now.

mlg said...

Lori and Brent we will be praying for you and your beautiful children that the mother will bring those kids back. I am so sorry and at a loss for words.

Anonymous said...

Lori, We love you and will continue to hope and pray for your family.

Melissa

Maggie said...

Team Olson is at work, along with lots of extended family and friends. Our prayers are with you, and with the babies.

R AND R AND Z said...

i am at a loss for words. I know nothing i say can take the pain away but hang in there and if you need anything we are here

R and R

Maggie said...

Team Olson is at work, along with lots of extended family and friends. Our prayers are with you, and with the babies.

Tegan said...

**HUGS**

Sally said...

Lori, I am so so sorry. Saying we'll pray for you doesn't seem like enough, but we definitely will. I would be glad to make you my first fast in years on Sunday, too. (Consider Grace and Troy in as well.) I am so sorry. Here's hoping that she finds clarity and wants more for her babies than she can give them.

Anonymous said...

Oh Lori, bless your hearts (and I don't mean that in the way you would say it to John B. or Martin W. about someone else). I really am saddened for you, I can tell through each of your posts how much you love those kiddos. You and Brent and Lexi and Nathan are in our thoughts and prayers. Here's hoping for a miracle.

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