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We've had a very hectic and emotional time over the last 5 months.

Karen, still has not been laid to rest, because of selfishness from her sister, this is obviously having a detrimental affect on Jess and Chris and everyone who loved Karen. Politics of families are sometimes so infuriating and when we are trying so hard to do the right thing for everyone and you get one selfish person interfering for their own gain.

Jess and Chris have been doing really well adapting to their new life with us, although it's been hard for all of us.

Finally, now after 5 months we are having the right support being put into place to start repairing the damage that has been done. This has not been easy at all, infact it has been a nightmare in fighting and fighting and trying to make people listen to the big picture and not just the here and now.

Magic, William and I have completely changed our lives to give Jess and Chris a secure, loving environment and we are seeing some amazing changes, and we are so very proud of them.

Seeing Jess now out with friends, finding out who she is and what she likes. Horse riding, socialising, going to the cinema with friends, doing things she's never been able to do. Watching her just in the last few months, grow into a young lady, doing her hair, make-up and taking pride in her appearance. Thriving at school, having a best friend, getting some direction in her life. These may seem trivial things - but they are great achievements for her.

Chris is now eating properly, normal well balanced diet - what an achievement. Learning how to wash and be hygienic, slowly learning what is right and wrong. He has made some brilliant milestones, at home and school. Learning how to ride a bike, go out and play with other children, read fictional stories and enjoy them, learning to be a child and using his imagination. Giving him his childhood. All in 5 months :)

We are both very, very proud of them.

William loves going to Beavers (scouts) and looks smashing in his uniform. He is adjusting slowly to our family additions. His Speech and Language Therapy he is coming on leaps and bounds, and has settled down alot better in school.

Finally, after 6 months it looks as though the doctors are finally being able to sort out Magic's high blood pressure - fingers crossed it continues.

Me - well I'm just me, I have had my moments, but I will fight on for what is right.

We are really looking forward to the weekend away - not long now.