3 More Classes

The countdown is on! 3 more classes is all we have. I am so happy. We still have the CPR and first aid classes I'm trying to schedule, the fire inspection, and the homestudy. I figure it will take most of October to finish all of that. My plan is to do my part as quick as possible, go on vacation, and not worry about it. I am happy to see my family. I haven't seen my mom or grandma in 15 months!!! So I am super excited!

On another note, I have to express my frustration with people. One reason we haven't spread the news of foster parenting is the negative stereotypes it has. I guess because we have 3 children, we shouldn't want more (according to some people). That is absurd and ridiculous! My excitement is getting the better of me, and I told one of my friends I sometimes walk with. Her reaction? "Why?" in a disbelieving, almost disgusted way. I told her we were adopting, (I failed to mention the fostering part). I immediately felt like I had done something wrong!! I said, "We are still very young, and want more children". She then corrected herself, forced a smile, and said how 'sweet' I was. Whatever.
Then, our oldest son told an acquaintance of ours (don't know why he did that! He said he was getting excited) and she had the exact same reaction to me! "Why do you want to do that? Don't you have enough?". It's their attitude that I'm doing something wrong that angers me. Thankfully, my son did not see her reaction. I really felt put on the spot, like I had to defend my own decisions. I told my kids not to tell anyone until we get our license. Our youngest son is really wanting to tell his teacher : ) It really is cute and sweet how they are getting anxious, like me.
I know in my heart that I cannot go by other people's opinions. In reality, I think it's human nature to want approval by others close to you. So when we get negative feedback, I really second guess myself. I wonder if this is common for other foster parents.