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daddy and dad
November 22, 2012 09:16
Hey everyone! Just after some advice, myself and my partner are going to panel on Tuesday 27th and im just wondering what happens there and what questions they are likely to ask us.Im sort of prepared for the "as a same sex couple how would you......" questionStill all excited though and cannot wait, one step closer to the ultimate dream!Thank youDaddy and Dad
daddyrules
November 22, 2012 20:27
Hi,Well done on getting to panel and good luck!We were asked:How we found the processAsked about our dogsSupport networkNothing major, it was a bit daunting, we've done it twice now!Daddyrules
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AndyDave
November 23, 2012 08:06
Hi We were asked about a past health issue, so if you have any of those be prepared to talk about it.The best piece of advice we were given about answering questions is when panel suggest a potential challenge for you as a couple such as "how will you handle any bullying a child might get who has same-sex parents" is to:1) Acknowledge the challenge first and add that you had also given it thought 2) Then say how you view that challenge and would handle it. For example in response to the typical question about same-sex parents and the child being teased at school, you might say "We had thought about how we would manage that and we know it would be unusual for any child not to experience some bullying or teasing. We would talk to our child about bullying, and the agree with them the action they would like us to take (eg, talking to the teacher, etc)It's good if you each speak and if there is a question that you can both talk about it looks good as a couple who have consistant views.I'm sure you'll be great at panelBest wishesAndy
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Simba01
November 24, 2012 15:51
Best of luck guys, we are a bit behind you, prep course this week. Hope all goes well, keep us posted!!Simba01
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daddy and dad
November 26, 2012 07:58
Hi Everyone!!Its tomorrow, nervous and excited now!!Suits all ready and shoes polished car cleaned!! Re-reading our report to make sure we know everything in it!Thanks for your advice our social worker has since said pretty much the same!Will keep you posted!
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daddy and dad
November 28, 2012 09:42
Well..We got our "yes" from panel yesterday.So happy and excited, it still hasnt sunk in yet. We now cannot wait to start the next stage in the process.
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daddyrules
November 28, 2012 15:10
Excellent news! Well done, was it a good experience?Hope the next stage is speedy for you!DR
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jmk
November 28, 2012 15:12
C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S ! ! ! !
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Simba01
November 28, 2012 17:39
Fantastic news! We are so pleased for you, how did it go? Did you get asked any difficult questions?James
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daddy and dad
November 30, 2012 20:38
Thanks SimbaIt went well, strangely, thinking back, i enjoyed it!! They asked us two questions, nothing difficult, only related to our adoption process and thoughts and feelings. The panel where lovely and informal and very friendly!!
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daddy and dad
January 14, 2013 07:59
Well, it has been a whil since i posted anything...My partner and I have now been matched to two little boys and are looking to have them living with us in the next 2 months, we cannot wait!!
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butterbear
January 14, 2013 10:21
Congratulations, how exciting!!!! I'd recommend getting plenty of rest ready for the chaos and fun of 2 little people arriving and most importantly enjoy every minute!!!!!Happy times
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daddy and dad
January 14, 2013 11:04
Thanks Butterbear, im now currently looking at schools and trying to figure out whats best!!Enjoy the current peace and quite and tidiness of my house - but cannot ait for the chaos and toys everywhere!
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butterbear
January 14, 2013 11:27
Ahh the tribulations of the school search! Good luck with the head teachers, they can be a scary bunch After a long wait for the right school and my middly being out of school for nearly 6 months after she moved in, my recommendation is look for a warm and welcoming head teacher and everything else will fall into place!!My enjoyment of a tidy house is the small window before I do the afternoon school run but wouldn't have it way other way!!Butterbear
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Simba01
January 14, 2013 19:12
Congratulations guys! Fantastic news. Very quick after panel too!! Hope intros go well, keep us posted Simba
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