Zigzag's Blog

Early March 2000 and a new arrival, 14 month olds and a family life ahead full of promise. Twelve years later wondering what it is all about, on the brink of falling apart amidst trauma, attachment disorder and depression. Now a ray of hope, after years of feeling unheard, unsupported and misunderstood. My blog – an outlet to give me a voice. Also the chance that my experience will useful to someone else.

The battleground: Jun 5 2013 11:23PM
'Shame on you' to a care system that is failing to provide what is required; Posted by Zigzag

The Aftermath: Mar 19 2013 9:24AM
How do you cope once you let go? How do you deal with all the emotions that arrive in the aftermath of having to place your child back into the care system; Posted by Zigzag

Progress: Feb 9 2013 4:24PM
The result we wanted.; Posted by Zigzag

When is it time?: Jan 20 2013 9:23AM
A snapshot of where we are. What will it take to access the secure placement so obviously urgently required.; Posted by Zigzag

Happy Christmas!: Dec 27 2012 11:24PM
Some progress, but overall a situation spiralling out of control?; Posted by Zigzag

Where Now?: Nov 4 2012 7:35PM
We have made our move, what happens next?; Posted by Zigzag

Talking to a Brick Wall: Oct 8 2012 5:46PM
The agony of not being able to make progress in securing schooling and social care proior to relocating to the UK.; Posted by Zigzag

Think About Letting Go: Aug 29 2012 5:44PM
Time to make important decisions, I know I cannot send a letter to Db, he cannot really read anyway, but I have been writing one in my head for days. Maybe actually putting 'pen to paper' is part of the journey I need to take.; Posted by Zigzag

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