My sister gave up her foster daughter after having a biological son. We hadn’t seen Erin for months, but when she had a baby boy, the whole family came together to celebrate. I was excited to meet the newborn and my goddaughter, Lily. But when I asked where Lily was, Erin froze, looked at her boyfriend, and said, “Oh, I gave her back.” I couldn’t believe it. “You—what?” I asked in shock. “I always wanted a boy. Now I have one. Why would I need a daughter?” she replied. “You gave her back? She’s a child, not something to return!” I was furious. “She wasn’t temporary—she’s my goddaughter, the little girl who helped heal me after my miscarriages!” Erin shrugged and said, “She was a foster kid, okay?” I was shaking with rage when we heard loud knocks on the door… (check in first comment
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My sister Erin adopted a daughter, Lily, two years ago, but when Erin had her biological son, Noah, she decided to abandon Lily. She claimed she didn’t need a daughter anymore, saying Lily was “just temporary.” Shocked and heartbroken, I confronted Erin, but she seemed indifferent. Soon after, Child Protective Services arrived, questioning Erin’s actions regarding Lily’s adoption.
Thanks to my lawyer, I found Lily in a foster home and fought for her custody. After a long process, I adopted Lily as my own. Despite the trauma, she’s thriving now, and I’m proud to be her mother. Lily turned six last week, and while she still struggles with some fears and nightmares, I’ll always be there for her. Erin’s decision will never define her – Lily is finally where she belongs: with me.
