That's the question I got asked last night. Here's what I wish I would have said:
"Yes. I absolutely do think I have the ability to make a difference, I'm not doing this for fun. There is nothing fun about waking up in the middle of the night with an inconsolable child, there is nothing fun about the temper tantrums that will manifest because of grief and loss, there is nothing fun about explaining to a child that adults shouldn't touch them inappropriately, there is nothing fun about explaining to a child that their parent didn't show up again for a visit, there is nothing fun about cleaning up peed on sheets for the 100th night in a row, there is nothing fun about explaining that drug addiction and alcohol addiction aren't safe and that until mommy/daddy can keep them safe they can't go home but I do think it will all be worth it so see a child heal, to see a family heal, to see Gods grace and mercy in action. I don't think I have all the answers or all the skills I will ever need and for that I am greatful that Gods power is made perfect in weakness. I do think I will make mistakes, I don't think I will make all the right decisions. I don't think being married would change any of that. I am aware it will be harder to do it on my own BUT I do have love, a home that is safe, and an unwavering commitment to what I'm about to do, and YES I do think that is enough to make a difference."
Have you ever been asked this question? What was your response?
