Back to the Drawing Board!

I guess we're all going to have to change our vote! As I said in the book, "You just can't predict crazy!" You can plan, think, and speculate, but Patty will always surprise you! Guess who returned her son to his dad without police, doctors, or drama? That's right, Miss Patty! She must have been having an off week! The damage to Steven was very much in evidence, however. In one week she managed to "undo" all of Keith and Beth's hard work. He left Utah grinning and claiming he was a "young man--not a baby". But upon his return he was once again the "boobing, whiny" child his mommy wants him to be. I think we were all a bit disappointed that she didn't take off with Steven--that would have sealed her fate as a parent. But don't think for one minute that Patty has had a "change of heart"--she's just biding her time for the most opportune moment and we'll be off chasing her again! As soon as I'm able I'll be adding another chapter to the website and tell you all the details of Steven's departure--it was NOT without drama. What an adventure!
C.B.

Poll Results!

Well, you little bunch of cynics! Would you believe that 90% of you believe that Keith will most likely have to fly to Florida to retrieve Steven? And 10% of you believe that it's a sure thing! So, we'll see! I can tell you that there are LOTS of eyes following this story this week. From Utah to Florida (even some followers outside of the United States) are waiting to see what happens. Nope--still can't tell you yet what's going on. Once we get Steven back safe and sound, I'll fill you in. In the meantime, here's a new poll for you. Have fun!
C.B.

He's Gone

Ok Crush fans--Patty flew to Utah, picked Steven up, and has returned to Florida. I can't give you the details yet (Keith's orders), but I promise to let you in on the events of the last few days as soon as I can. We're waiting to see what happens at the end of the week. I guarantee it will not be disappointing. Stay tuned!
C.B.

Here We Go . . .

We are fast approaching the day that Patty arrives in Utah to retrieve her son Steven for Spring Break. It's anybody's guess what will happen. Patty arrives late tomorrow (Friday) night and flies back to Florida early Saturday morning with Steven. I'm sure that Steven will be happy to see his mom, I know he's missed her. Naturally she's demanding Steven's medical records and does not want him entering the plane without his "medicine" in case of an emergency. Steven has been off his meds for a long time now with no sign whatsoever of illness. By the time he comes back, if he does, there's no doubt in my mind that he'll be back on medication. Let's hope she "cooks her own goose" again--she's an expert at that! IDIOTO! Keep your fingers crossed! Thanks for your interest!
C.B.

Still Waiting

We're still waiting for that first child support check. Patty is pleading poverty (Naturally--please check out the following Valentine's Day photos). After much legal wrangling Patty's "back child support" will be paid off by the year 2013. That's approximately $1,940.00 spread out over the next FOUR YEARS! I want that kind of payment on my credit cards! YIKES!
C.B.

Poll Results

Ok guys! I just wanted to give you the results of my latest poll. 81% of you believe that Patty will claim that Steven had another psychological meltdown while in Florida. 45% of you believe that Patty will claim that Steven was physically or sexually abused while he was in Utah. But here's the interesting number--0% of you believe that Patty will come and get Steven and return him to Utah without any type of outside intervention. You're pretty smart! I'm proud of you. The visit comes during spring break and Patty has already implied that she won't have to return Steven at the end of the visit. I'll be sure to keep you posted. Keith is already planning on flying out there to retrieve his son. It's almost a "given". Stay with me--I enjoy the support.
C.B.

Terrific Review!

It just occurred to me that I have never posted this great review I got from Dr. Marc D. Feldman. Dr. Feldman is the nation's leading expert on Munchausen and after reading CRUSH, he sent me this review via email. I thought it appropriate to pass it along.

"I just finished reading CRUSH and have rarely been so enthusiastic about a book. It is extremely powerful and well-written, and does a better job than most textbooks in depicting the realities of Munchausen by proxy abuse and antisocial personality disorder (sociopathy). I have already recommended it in response to a couple of inquiries about MBP and find it more powerful even than Julie Gregory's best-selling memoir, Sickened. It took me a while to read because I had to interrupt the reading when I found myself too filled with rage or sadness at the lies and abuse perpetrated by "Patty." I can only hope that "Keith" continues to prevail in court.

Over the years, quite a few people have told me that they intended to write books about their disturbing and life-altering experiences with MBP, but few really do, perhaps because the memories are too painful. It is clear in your case that writing is a therapeutic tool and your readers will be the beneficiaries.

Congratulations on a fine job."

Marc D. Feldman, M.D.
Clinical Professor of Psychiatry
Adjunct Professor of Psychology
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, Alabama

I'm Back!

Ok, the house is "somewhat" put together although I'm still trying to find my favorite sewing items. I should have personally put them in the car with me so I wouldn't loose track of them. Anyway, we're in the new house and loving it. I'll get back into the swing of things with a new poll. By now, you all know Patty pretty well. Let's see how accurate you are in the "guessing game" played by the entire Barker family.
C.B.