My wife's a juvenile probation officer (in Mason County, so she's busy) and a "guardian ad leitem" for kids taken away from parents in the system for drug related offenses, so I almost don't need to say it, but she is a hard ass with our boys.

CPS's mandate is to keep families together, while the county court system works with the best interest of the kids first and foremost. Quite honestly, I think the court system does a much better job than CPS, as you rarely hear of issues with them, compared to CPS, and you'ld be surprised at how many cases they handle.

Not taking anything away from you Achewter, I'm certain you are a good dad, and I appreciate you guys sharing your experiences.