Keep hanging in there, things will get better. It sounds like you're doing good w/the 180 but I'd be sure to talk w/her if it involves the kids.
"Our children's are adopted legally by Illinois my children birth certificate says both mom names so yes they are siblings. I also don't understand why take only one child but W has stated she can't handle all three her anxiety becomes horrible and is not fair to them but am not sure how fair it is to separate them I guess only she knows until I get the finance to hire a lawyer. Or hoping legal aid will call me it's been 48hrs since they said someone will call you."
Taking only one child shows she isn't logical or have the kids best interests in mind. This should have never happened, she legally can't just take the kids. My heart breaks for your kids, they need each other. I'm really sorry you're going through this, I've been there. I know you're trying but keep at it, keep calling back about the legal aid. Do you have a 401k you could borrow from? It's usually not a good idea but in this case it's warranted. I was thinking about this and I would think a woman's shelter would be a good point of contact to get a lead on legal help.
I know I sound like a broken record about documenting things but I can't stress how important it was in my case. Be sure to document the days/time you are calling for legal aid. The attorneys/judge will want to know you did everything possible. Try to call your S every night if you're not already. It would also be a good idea to meet w/your kids teachers. You don't have to give details but just let them know what's up. First for your kids wellbeing and second for your case.
