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I think it's obvious that those of us who are foster parents 'lean' toward wanting the kids to stay with us. When you have cared for a child as if they are your own, it is not easy to see them go. This is compounded when you don't feel that a placement change is in their best interests. I could see how a family member fighting for a child could take exception to that, but in the end we want what is best for the kids.
A couple of thoughts:
5 months may not seem like a long time, except if you are the family loving the child, and thinking they will be with you forever. We just sent our fd home at 6 months old, and we had her since birth. It's not easy at all to do!
Since your case is still open, I would fight and advocate the best way you know how. Get involved with your GAL -- this is key. Any people you can contact to advocate for your fc, do so.
Do the best you can, and don't stop fighting until it becomes clear that a decision is final. Good luck.
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