"Recipe for a Foster Home"

My mom found this in daily devotional for foster and adoptive parents and I thought it was adorable so I'd share it with all of you.


"Recipe for a Foster Home"

~1 large house(easily rearranged to meet needs as they arise)

~1 large yard(if space is limited, a nearby park will do)

~1 medium-size family(willing to share EVERYTHING)

~rules(not too rigid, adjustable with age/ability)

~unconditional LOVE(cannot add too much)

~sturdy furniture(need not be new)

~1 large vehicle(kept in good repair)

~clothes(assorted sizes)

~a few toys(don't worry, they will multiply with little effort)

~strong church family(optional, but I have seen recipe fail without it)

~good professional help(not optional, to keep asking until needs are met)

~extended family(optional, but very desirable)

~joy

~laughter

~patience

Add foster child, marinate in LOVE and give ample time to adjust. Heart may become tender. If so, feel sense of accomplishment. Enjoy for the duration, however long.

-from Swings Hanging From Every Tree by Susan Stone.