I cannot believe my foster daughter left almost a year ago. I was grieving for a long time and I feel I still am. Pandemic has changed so much of how we take care of our kiddos and how we interact with one another. We either miss those who we have not seen in a year or more, or we get easily frustrated with those we are with 24/7. I feel badly I have not taken in another foster child to help them heal, however I hope my efforts with Fostering UNITY can assist more than just 1 or 2 foster child. I truely believe in the mission Fostering UNITY is doing. We assist all the wonderful Resource parents that looks after all the foster children in and near Los Angeles County. Not only we have support groups for the resource parents, foster children, Transitional age youth, we also help out the birth families.

This year, due to the pandemic, the holiday even, Winter Wonderland will still be a drive-thru. Last year it was a blast and it brings me joy seeing all the wonderful faces that came through. They loved seeing Santa and all the wonderful decorations. The gifts and stocking stuffer they received were a part of the magical experience.

Before I became a Resource parent, I always imagined the holiday time would be a wonderful time for everyone regardless of the circumstance. I could not be more wrong. During this time of the year, it is a sad reminder for these foster children of the situation they are in at no fault of their own. They are not able to spend a lot of quality time with their own families and they often blame themselves. This is why making this event possible is so very imporant.

If you are able to give any time, $40 or $1000, anything is appreciated and will be put to good use. I’m happy to say I’ve already donated towards this event and cause and I’m sure it won’t stop there. Thank you for listening and I thank you for the bottom of my heart!

https://fosteringunity.org/winter-wonderland-event