Dealing with Physical Abuse

So now we are dealing with the effects of physical abuse. Aggression, mistrust, anger, and sadness. This is what we heal in our home. It's not easy. It's 1 step forward and 3 steps backward. It's second guessing ourselves as parents. It's endless prayers for strength and guidance. It's anger at the parents responsible, anger at the social system that yes brought them out of it but knowing they will most likely return. It's prayers that these children will make it. It's doctor visits and therapy for the physical effects left behind. It's a house full of life, healing, and love. It's a stereotype we foster parents live with that is negative, but no one on the outside really has any idea. It's pure exhaustion. But keeping at it is our only choice because right now, we are the parents and protectors of these kids.