[Jaspermom]

I have read every single one of the posts in this entire thread. WHEW! It's interesting that so many people have been moved by this issue in one way or another to the point of comment. It has been a very intriguing read.

How sad that your family had to make this difficult decision, Denise. I know you must be heartbroken. You did ask for help, and many people who wrote here did offer help. Of course there are always some who get upset with the whole idea of re-homing, and they have reacted strongly on your thread.

I see these folks for the most part, though, as not intentionally "bashing" you or your family, but expressing their opinion in their own way. Understandably, none of what they had to say could ever have been welcomed by you after going through the pain of the decision making process. The strongest opinions are rarely sweet and kind, but we should understand that everyone has their own unique ways of expression.

I also find it interesting that you and others asked multiple times for this thread to be closed, yet Admin obviously felt that it should remain open. I think that gives some credence to the nature of the discussion. Other people may have to go through this same type of situation, and your thread may help them. Kudos to you for starting this thread.

You have made the best decision for you, your family, and Parker. It was obviously not an easy one, and you may have regrets about it in the future. But at this point it is the only decision possible. Do not dwell on the perceived unkind words of strangers. Move on and do the best you can with Maddie. I am hoping that you will be able to get her potty trained so that you will never have to go through this again.

Best of luck to you, Denise. My heart hurts for you.