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Ever since I can remember, I have had this inclination towards excessive introspection. Whenever I go to a new place, I find a spot. This spot becomes my own and...

The stories of most foster children are so complex and intricately intertwined with those of others. Vulnerable moments coated with a slick veneer of strength. These stories are potent, powerful...

to Seaside from Orlando. The organizations that presented at the FFTA Conference did such a great job in integrating foster youths' perspectives into training for professionals and foster parents. I...

Sometimes, people can come up with answers to a question so gracefully that it sounds like humming. I wish that I am able to reach that level of composure some...

Written on July 23, 2011 As strong as you might perceive me to be I am only human. I definitely have my days and today is one of them. As...

A few years ago, if you would have asked me if I would ever speak to my father again, I would have told you no. I would have desperately clung...

Disclaimer: I mention my personal beliefs. It’s amazing to feel my spirit growing. I’ve never been able to actually feel it because usually my growth happens in such extensive periods...

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to attend a the Summer Institute on Youth Mentoring at Portland State University. Fisrt of all, I was unaware that there are organizations that are...

Panera Cares Café While I was in Portland with a few other All Stars we stumbled upon a little café called Panera Cares. A couple of them had eaten at...

Yesterday, a group of us were heading to Union Station in Portland to catch the bus back to Seaside. On our way to the station, after we exited the Max...

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