Every holiday season there are young people in foster care who experience the mixed feelings that are brought on by the complexity of enjoying the holidays while feeling unsettled in their lives, families, and communities. Needless to say, these experiences are very different from what...
Even after being placed with a family — or even when chosen — it is a struggle becoming comfortable with where you are. Without proper guidance or help, becoming a productive member of society can be one of the hardest things a foster care youth can...
[caption id="attachment_6767" align="aligncenter" width="502"] On July 29th, Jamerika will compete for the National Ms. USA Ambassador title in Tampa, FL.[/caption] I first learned about pageants from watching Miss America. I admired the sparkly gowns, polished on-stage answers and bright stage lights. I too felt like I could...
From Foster to Fostering A Personal Journey from Foster Kid to Adoptive Mother Foster Care Alumnus Kay Beckman Part II of II Click here if you missed Part I. [caption id="attachment_6480" align="alignleft" width="300"] Meet the Beckman Family. Photo by Sandi K Robb.[/caption] I can confidently say, the one thing that I wish...
From Foster to Fostering A Personal Journey from Foster Kid to Adoptive Mother by Foster Care Alumnus Kay Beckman Part I of II [caption id="attachment_6474" align="alignleft" width="300"] Photo of Kay with her son, Kilian. Photo by Sandi K Robb[/caption] I was just shy of two years old when my parents...
