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Foster Children
Fostered (or "looked-after") children as usually wards of their state or country who have been removed from the care of their biological parents. This can be a short-term temporary removal (e.g. respite care), or a longer permanent solution. It is intended to be focused on the needs of the child. Some foster children return to their biological parents, others are adopted, and many more remain within their state/country's care system.
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Too many people throw money and goods at vulnerable youth when they need time, basic skills, and long-term relationships.
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― Fostered: One Woman’s Powerful Story of Finding Faith and Family through Foster Care
― Fostered: One Woman’s Powerful Story of Finding Faith and Family through Foster Care
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Dear Fire in the Sky,
I know that you know well enough what tainted love is. I wonder, is that why you destroy any and everything that crosses your path? I want to let you know that I feel your pain, but not all love is tainted. I know it is hard to trust, but sometimes we have to take a chance. There was a time when nobody could put out my fire, not even water. The wind knew my pain because it helped fuel my fire, and it spread effortlessly without even trying. My heart was bruised in ways tha
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― Pinwheels and Dandelions
― Pinwheels and Dandelions
