i was in a situation four years ago, like yours, and i checked into Texas law and found that it isn't hard for a grandmother to get custody if the mother of the child is not being a good parent. i'm sure all state laws are different.

i lived in Oklahoma then and i spoke with the district attorney's office here and was assured that the courts do what is best for the child. and that the mother is assessed and a lawyer appointed for the child and it goes from there.

good luck to you. you're in my thoughts tonight......xoxox pat