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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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My soul is no different from a Lotus flower. I didn’t start my journey in fresh water because my environment was not pleasant. Just like a Lotus flower, my life was surrounded by insects, debris, and so many unpleasant things and people. However, just like the Lotus petals are never contaminated by the murky water, my core remained pure. Just like the Lotus flower, I came from a place of suffering. However, I remained true to myself. I have overcome many obstacles in my life. I am proud of mysel
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― Pinwheels and Dandelions
― Pinwheels and Dandelions
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On Charles Dickens: Seriously old guy, dead, and a foreigner. But Christ Jesus, did he get the picture on kids and orphans getting screwed over. And nobody giving a rat's ass. You'd think he was from around here. (Appalachia)
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― Demon Copperhead
― Demon Copperhead
