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Post by vicki7 on Jan 29, 2011 23:15:19 GMT -5
Would you all please pray for our family friend John. He just found out that his 8 year old son has black and blue marks across the back of his legs from a belt buckle from a beating. He is divorced from his sons mom for years now and she has custody. I don't know if it was from her or a boyfriend. He called me when I was in the parking lot and I felt so sick. It was hard to follow what he was saying but I gather there is a dcs case opened and something is happening tomorrow, don't know if the child is going to be removed but ask for prayers for the little boy as well.
Thank you all so much,
Vicki
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Post by Cat on Jan 29, 2011 23:30:27 GMT -5
My heart & love goes out to the child. My prayers are sent heavenward for his safety.  Hugs &Prayers Cat |
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Post by cheerfulmom on Jan 29, 2011 23:42:28 GMT -5
Oh Vicki, that is just horrible. I will be praying for John and his son.
Phyllis
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Post by vicki7 on Jan 29, 2011 23:47:13 GMT -5
Thank you so much. I know he will really appreciate them. I appreciate you all!
Vicki
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Post by tracy on Jan 30, 2011 0:03:30 GMT -5
It is hard to believe that an adult can treat a child this way. I will certainly pray for the child's well being and hope that the person responsible is dealt with appropriately.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 30, 2011 0:43:03 GMT -5
That is just horrible! I have difficulty calling the dreadful person who would do such a thing an "adult".
Our prayers definitely will go out for this child and John.
And also those individuals who will be intervening on their behalf.
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Post by joselle on Jan 30, 2011 6:01:12 GMT -5
Prayers and Love to this little boy.  |
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Post by Basketlady on Jan 30, 2011 9:34:08 GMT -5
Oh Vicki, what a horrible story!
I was involved in a child abuse investigation about 18 years ago with some neighbors. The dad was being charged and the mom wanted me to testify on his behalf. I didn't know the dad well--just the mom. Sadly in the end, the dad confessed. I just truly don't understand how anyone could hurt their child. I just don't.
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Post by vicki7 on Jan 30, 2011 11:34:00 GMT -5
Thanks everyone, really, I know John will appreciate your prayers very much. He is a great kid. Okay, he's not a kid anymore, he's 30 now but he'll always be a great kid to me. He is our oldest sons friend and we have loved him for a long time now. He's one of those people who bring lots of laughter into your lives. He was halfway down to where his son lives before his mom could get him calmed down and to come back before he did something he would regret. He was trying to explain the feelings to me and I said sweetheart, I have kids, I know exactly how you're feeling and how you want to protect them. I am praying so much for the little boy because this has to be so traumatic to him, not only what happened or really what could have been going on but good or bad, that's his mom and if he's taken away, it's going to hard on him but John has a great relationship with him but please Lord, let him be taken out of that home.
Vicki
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Post by Karen W on Jan 30, 2011 13:12:05 GMT -5
Vicki, my heart just sunk when I read this! I am praying that he will be safe.
Karen
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Post by chili on Jan 30, 2011 21:34:14 GMT -5
prayers going out...........
hubby has dealt with this sort of thing for years........ as a youth councilor, child advocate.... and i cannot believe some of the things that supposed adults do...........
i know this sounds horrid, but he really needs to take pics.... for proof......
blessings
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Post by pixie on Jan 31, 2011 7:45:39 GMT -5
Praying.
Barb
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Post by Dania on Jan 31, 2011 9:01:20 GMT -5
Oh my....Praying.
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Post by AnnaMatrix on Feb 3, 2011 17:10:44 GMT -5
Vicki, so sorry I'm late on this, but prayers and love going out to John and his little boy. Glad John has you to help him stay calm and think straight through this horrible ordeal. Chili is correct - he needs to document with photos... Sending healing and loving thoughts out to the little guy. Gail |
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Post by vicki7 on Feb 5, 2011 20:36:35 GMT -5
Thanks for all the prayers. I'm going to try to get ahold of him this week and see how things are going. I will tell him about you all praying for him.
Vicki
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Post by Linda on Feb 6, 2011 1:52:36 GMT -5
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Post by vicki7 on Feb 12, 2011 19:36:43 GMT -5
I just talked to John and he said the police and dfs are going to interview the ex-wife's husband this week. I don't know why it's taking so long but he said by the detective's demeanor, he thinks criminal charges will be filed. He said he'd call me next week and update me. Please keep praying for the situation. He said he really appreciates everyone's prayers!
Thanks!
Vicki
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Post by Dania on Feb 13, 2011 9:39:57 GMT -5
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Post by AnnaMatrix on Feb 13, 2011 14:08:42 GMT -5
Absolutely, Vicki. They're in my prayers. Gail
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Post by Karen W on Feb 13, 2011 14:56:43 GMT -5
Will keep them in my prayers
Karen
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Post by Deleted on Feb 13, 2011 15:12:26 GMT -5
They're still in my prayers. It always seems to take much longer than it should to sort out everything, but the "authorities" (of which there will be many) are likely being careful that they're not leaving any stone unturned. And as Dania pointed out, this has to be the most frightening and dreadful experience for the child or children involved. |
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Post by northerncrafter9 on Feb 13, 2011 19:45:07 GMT -5
Vicki,
Praying things work out for the little boy and his Dad. It breaks my heart to hear what mean things people will do to a child.
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Post by Cat on Feb 13, 2011 21:46:24 GMT -5
Prayers and more prayers for the boy.
Also:
Praying for all the children who are treated badly in the world.
Praying there is never another child hit in anger.
Praying that there is never a child abused again.
Praying that all parents could get advice like my Dad gave us.
Ladies; my Dad gave us some very good advice when our first child was born. (we believe in spanking and giving swats...time out in the corner..etc) He said all children are different; what works for one may not work for another. Children are individual little people with different personalities and ideas. Treat them with respect.
Dad said never ever spank or swat a child while you are angry. You spank to correct them; not hurt them. If you are angry walk away until you can be calm and fair and the punishment should fit the crime.
I can't remember my Dad spanking me or getting on to me that he didn't explain what it was I had done wrong...why it was wrong ...what my punishment was.....then my punishment....ending with a hug and him telling me he loved me and for me to be good. I never felt abused or unloved.....
Hugs & Prayers
Cat
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Post by cheerfulmom on Feb 14, 2011 13:34:41 GMT -5
Great advice from you Dad, Cat!
Vicki, I will continue to pray for John and his little boy that this situation works out for all involved.
Phyllis
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poor little guy.....