Whenever we see a case where DCS is involved, and the child is missing or deceased, it's common to want to be mad at DCS for not protecting the child. You know what I'm angry about? That DCS even needs to exist! What happened to families and extended families pitching in and helping to raise a child? I'm not blaming anyone but Emily at this point for Lucas. He was in her custody, and she failed to love him. Does anyone else get pissed about this? I mean, on one hand I know DCS needs a major overhaul. The current system is just not effective. Yet how wonderful if there was no need for them! If someone knew abuse was occurring and they could just keep the child, and raise them with love. Probably a dream. Our society is lacking sadly. I don't know how to change things, I don't have solutions, I don't even know what the basic problem is that needs to be fixed. I am sick and angry that so many darling children are being abused! They are NOT your punching bag! They were not put on this Earth for you bully, abuse, demean, or murder. They are to be loved, protected, and raised with the goal of being a productive member of society when they are grown.