The Clyde Family

The Clyde Family

Tuesday, December 22, 2009

So sad :(

Tonight I am so sad for my sister. Her youngest son and his wife had their 3 girls taken away from them permanently by the State of Utah for abuse and neglect. It became final just this month. This was excruciating for my sister to see her 3 grand daughters, that she was so close to, get taken away from the family because of poor choices made by my nephew and his wife. Well, my nephew and his wife had a baby boy this week and we just got word that there is a court order in place that is giving the State custody of their baby. We're not sure what happens next, if this is permanent or temporary, but my sister's heart is hurting so bad right now and it's so hard to see her in so much pain. There is no doubt in my mind that my nephew and his wife DO NOT deserve to have any of their children, in fact, I was one of the main ones that put calls into DCFS to get the State's attention about the abuse and neglect that was going on. But the pain it has caused my sister is horrible. My nephew and his wife couldn't care less about losing their children, but it just goes to show how bad choices don't just affect us, but it affects our whole family. I just hope that as her sister, I can be the support she needs. Hug your babies a little tighter tonight, there are some out there that wish they could.

5 comments:

Aleisha said...

Oh this just breaks my heart. That would be so sad to have that happen. I hope it all turns out for the best for everyone.

Nettie said...

someone in the fam should get registered for foster care... then maybe they would have a chance of staying close by. that is so sad... you are brave to do the right thing for the kids, it is really hard sometimes. thank goodness for the power of prayer, and the holy ghost to help us desipher the answers...

Jeremy Reynolds Family said...

Your Mom was telling me a little bit about them. So sad. People like that need to stop getting pregnant. Haven't they ever heard of birth control?

Mat and Jamie Holt said...

So sad! If anything maybe the kids will go to a family that wants kids more than anything and have opportunities come their way that wouldn't have before. Thinking of you guys. :)

Amy said...

That is sooo hard! I've had so many similar situations in my family and its heartbreaking! Those babies are in my prayers, as is the rest of your family. I'm actually doing a project for kids that are taken from their families and placed in foster care. Go check it out on Facebook, under my notes. I would love to get as many contributions as we can!