Three.

This week we took three boys ages 3, 18 months and 5 months. I think looking at their ages you can imagine the juggling that needs to take place to meet their needs.. it makes for a very busy day and night. The first day we had them we noticed the coughs and were informed that our littlest guy had been taken to the ER before he was placed and being treated with a nebulizer.. after a very sleepless night we made Dr. appointments for the oldest two boys and found out we were dealing with untreated asthma and bronchitis, double ear infections, etc... so with a kick of steroids and antibiotics we've seen such better days and nights with them. Praising God for that! I did however end up taking the baby to the ER at about midnight last night and they treated him for croup and gave him a steroid shot, his breathing is finally taking a turn for the better and he is sleeping much more soundly and is able to eat easier. It's been a roller coaster, but we've seen such little triumphs and moments of absolute joy with them. My heart is growing so attached and I feel like our new "normal" is arriving...

We found out that a family member will most likely take them possibly Monday... I am sad and glad all at the same time.. it's good that they are going to be with family if it's a good fit, but it's so hard to prepare to see them go... It's not a for sure thing yet, but it's leaning in that direction.. praying for my heart and theirs as they will be bobbled into another home and have to relearn routine all over again... they've really blossomed under our love and encouragement and I am thankful for the time we've had.