No matter how long I spend in Family Court, I have never grown accustomed or indifferent to the idea of a child being separated from his or her family. And yet, each child's experience with this wrenching reality is different. Take, for example, the story of one girl who is having trouble adjusting to foster care. The video can be seen here. It is a remarkable story of the inner workings of a mind of a child going through this momentous ordeal.
At the end of the day, it is almost inconceivable to imagine the pain, guilt, confusion, frustration and heartbreak that confront these children. But on top of all that is the death blow to a child's sense of self worth that can sometimes be too much to bear.
I urge all of you to take the time to watch the video and get a glimpse into the mind and heart of a child facing the prospect of foster care.
