This whole situation not only astounds me, but it fills me with heartbreak.
To me it is such a sad and complicated scenario. I can't begin to imagine the challenges faced by those working on the assigned Investigative team.
There is a Mother - always a Mother - who lost care & control over her 2 (eldest?) children approx 3+ years ago, for reasons unbeknown to me. However, I am sure that loss weighs heavily upon her, since that is the lot of a Mother - good, bad or for that matter ugly, the love of ones child is paramount, in the capacity to deliver that love.
There must be a Father - the law of multiplication dictates, but evidence of who fills that role is not apparent to me.
There are the Foster-Parents who present as a genuine couple who gave this little man, and his year older sister, a wholesome, caring and loving family & extended environment in which to grow & develop.
And suddenly their World is turned upside down, and everything as was safe, familiar & known, is now destroyed.
This little man William somehow disappears in a flash, as if in a puff of smoke - no trace of how, of where. Just into thin air it seems.
And now it gets even more messy.
Due to William's status as a Foster Child, there are rules in place as to his identification, his whereabouts, his family members etc - which means any immediate release of an Amber Alert is not activated (OMG, talk about discrimination!). this delay caused those in the immediate (and greater) area not to be on their utmost alert for possible sightings, clues etc.
IMO, this gives a very real reason for a good look at, and overhaul, of the rules governing foster-children in these types of extreme and urgent situations.
I / we like-minded, now feel sick, and then sicker, as the rock-spiders in our society get unearthed in the search for William. Never did I envisage the depth of the sludge & filth that has been identified as pervading that immediate area, let alone the connections that have appeared in other regions.
His FP's make a heartbreaking appeal for his safety & return, they release photos in an attempt to jog memories, write letters full of loving Xmas & Birthday wishes. They appreciate at a loss as to what happened, how did it all go so wrong. They just want this little guy safe & secure - ideally, back with them and his sister. Back so they can all ensure he knows how much they love him.
His Mother struggles also. She posts photos & reiterates the appeals for his safety; her Aunt echoes the same sentiments. His Mother wavers in her emotional strength and hovers between present & not. Hovers .. Hovers... Possibly all she can do as her emotions are destroyed again, and again...but then still needing to be present and provide for her two youngest children. I think her mid would be saying ' keep it all together, don't lose these as well'
Grandma Natalie suddenly speaks - quite surprising to me given the silence of all family members over the previous 18 months.
Where does she fit ? My immediate thoughts were 'oh, here is the Bio grandmother on the Father's side (Dad's mum)". However, I have nothing that cements that relationship.
She could just as easily be KT''s mother. We have no idea of any parental relationship for KT. Yes, she has an Aunt. AFAIK she also has a couple of brothers, although no knowledge of the whereabouts these days of A?
Grandma Natalie believes William is dead. Whoever 'they' are, in Grandma Natalie's mind, 'they' got it right this time. The whole situation has destroyed her life, her relationship, and her employment. She is now practically destitute.
Alternatively, her co-interviewee was convinced that it was a pedophile gang who was responsible for William's abduction.
Various POI have come to light, have been charged over other misdemeanours. ..I harbour a guess that William's legacy will be the uncovering of some of the pond scum that traverse our soil. I do pray that Daniel Morcombe's parents will push a change in the way we handle, punish and hinder these perpetuators... And I am pretty sure that William and all who love & represent him, will be adding a major voice to that cause. Our society needs to be safe, kids & adults alike, and there must be no room for anything less.
BS has endured major media presence (and if he is innocent, God Bless him for the cross he has born). Lesson for all, be aware the sentiment 'if you lie down with dogs, expect to get up with fleas'
The art of Family can be most complicated. This WS enquiry has delved to the enth (minimal I am sure to what the LE have been able to do with their resources and information ) and we have discover, what (IMO) seems a maze of intrigue & connections.
Out of the blue comes Kim. She brings a new twist. Kim is apparently Grandma Natalie's BEST FRIEND - jury out on the length of association here.
Kim is currently living with a brother-in-law of Anthony (tony) Jones, a mentioned POI in William's investigation, but for some reason Kim was looking for new accommodation, which would also house Grandma Natalie. Kim is also a recognised artist in the Aboriginal genre, so requested a 3rd bedroom for her artwork.
OMG - is the life and safety of William now reduced to a 'Soapie'?
If I feel like this, I can't even begin to comprehend what those close to him must be going through.
It has been so long. Another anniversary fast approaching.
As I close my eyes in prayer, would you all please join me in asking for massive blessings for this little boy and his loving families.
all the above, simple my own person thoughts of course.
