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Forever Family Friday week 53 – Anthony

October 29, 2021

Happy Halloween weekend everyone! I love this time of year and it always brings back such special memories. I would start thinking about what the kids would be for Halloween in July. One year they were a pair of dice. One year they were a cowboy and a queen. It was always something fun. Then they got older and had opinions and it crushed me but we still managed to have a good time. Sean would go through all their candy like an FBI agent. I think that little ploy was to eat the candy as he searched through it. My parents did all this with my brother and me. Great memories. But for the child in foster care, who makes their costume? Who goes through their candy haul…if trick or treating is even an option for them? Who ensures that they are not traumatized or triggered by something relating to Halloween? How many kids in foster care day after day feel like they have more tricks than treats? Well one number that is no trick is 14! Because we have 14 confirmed children that we have shared over the past year have been matched! That is a HUGE treat! And there’s more to come! If it was one child it would be awesome but 14 and counting is so exciting! Please share Anthony this week and let’s try to ensure that his Halloweens and every holiday here after is filled with warm fuzzy family moments! We can do it with your help!

Anthony is 14 and loves sports, especially football. He is also tech-savvy and enjoys music and dancing. Although he can be a picky eater, he likes to cook and help out in the kitchen. His favorite food to eat is McDonald’s. We will have to introduce him to Taco Bell! Anthony gets along well with other children if he is in a healthy and supportive environment, and enjoys joking around and conversing with others. Anthony is a very determined child that is motivated when working towards a goal. He has big dreams for his future, and although he is not sure what he wants to be yet, Anthony can do great things with his perseverance and natural ability to be a leader. Do you have room in your heart for Anthony? Can you help his reality become more treats than tricks? Please contact Heather Pava for more info at [email protected].

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Ahdrina

October 25, 2021

Ahdrina is 11 years old and is from Arizona. She is very compassionate and bonds easily with people. She enjoys watching cartoons on Disney and Nickelodeon, and her favorite TV show is Dora because she shares her sense of adventure. Ahdrina said that she listens to Christian music because it makes her feel happy. When it’s hot outside, Ahdrina likes to play in the sprinkler or throw a baseball around in the backyard. She is very athletic and says her perfect day would include playing baseball, soccer, gymnastics, and basketball. Ahdrina aspires to go to college and become an FBI agent when she grows up because she likes figuring things out.

Ahdrina is caring and empathetic and has a great sense of humor. She would like her future family to know that she likes to make people happy when they feel sad. Ahdrina thrives on one-on-one attention and will flourish in a family that would allow her to participate in sports. Please share Ahdrina with others. And if you can be the family for Ahdrina, please call Heather at [email protected].

AHDRINA’S CHRISTMAS WISH LIST HAS BEEN FULFILLED!

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Marcellous and Shaidale

October 15, 2021

Please meet Marcellous and Shaidale. Marcellous is 14 and Shaidale is 13 and these brothers need their forever family! They need love. They need you. They are well behaved and helpful and enjoy spending time with others, going to the park and learning about math at school. Marcellous is loveable, respectful and sociable. He enjoys electronics, bowling, Monopoly and video games. He also enjoys playing football and basketball, listening to rap music, having a barbecue and watching football, especially the Falcons! He looks forward to going to college and possibly becoming a policeman when he grows up. Shaidale loves to ride his bike, play soccer and participate in activities, especially those where he can be the leader. He also enjoys snacks and sweets, playing video games and listening to any kind of music.

These sweet boys from Georgia need a loving adoptive family who will give them the attention, support, encouragement, structure and nurturing environment they need to continue to thrive and reach their goals. They have siblings who have been planned for separately so their family will need to support their desire to maintain their relationship with them. Can you be that family for Marcellous and Shaidale? Please help us share these boys this week. For more information please contact radicchi@gakidsbelong.

To see Marcellous and Shaidale’s video click here !

MARCELLOUS’ WISH LIST HAS BEEN FULFILLED!

SHAIDALE’S WISH LIST HAS BEEN FULFILLED!

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Daizy

October 8, 2021

Daizy is 14 years old and lives in Georgia. She is thoughtful, kind, creative, adventurous, brave and eclectic. She enjoys reading, drawing, playing football, riding bikes and listening to rap, rock and pop music. She said one day she hopes to be an OBGYN…or a rapper! She would like to sing with others and participate in gymnastics. Math is Daizy’s favorite subject and she earns good grades in school!

When asked if she could have 3 wishes she would wish for a family again, a dog, and be able to go hunting. Daizy said she always wanted to be a part of a family “to have someone to care for me and make me feel warm.” She would love on family night to go camping, hang out or have a movie night!

Daizy needs a loving and patient adoptive family who will give her the attention, support, encouragement, structure and nurturing environment she needs to continue to thrive and reach her goals. For more information please contact Rebecca at [email protected]. To see Daizy’s video click here ❤️

DAISY’S CHRISTMAS WISH LIST HAS BEEN FULFILLED!

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Aries

October 1, 2021

Aries is 10 years old and lives in Florida. Not only does he have the biggest, sweetest smile that will instantly draw you in, he also has the cutest personality and great manners to boot! Like most boys his age, Aries loves to play outside, ride his bike, dreams of going to Disney World, and hopes to wake up with the super power of being able to fly. His favorite subject in school is algebra and he is pretty proud of earning Student of the Week at his school.

Aries has been through quite a bit in his short life. He needs a home filled with ongoing encouragement and positivity and individualized attention. He needs a patient family who is willing to work with him through any difficulties he faces. Aries yearns for the support of a strong male role model and would love a family who is extremely involved and loves to do fun things together. Can you be that family for Aries? Can you help him take his charming smiling self and love him into the next season of his life? For more info please contact The Heart Gallery of Tampa at 813-314-2021. Alicia Johnson Photography.

ARIES’ CHRISTMAS WISH LIST HAS BEEN FULFILLED!

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Emerald

September 24, 2021

Please meet Emerald. She is 13 and lives in Mississippi. Emerald is a sweet and strong-willed girl. She describes herself as funny and caring. She hasn’t thought too much about what she wants to be when she grows up, but for now she enjoys drawing and coloring. One day, she would like to travel to California. Emerald would like an understanding family with a mom and a dad who will adopt her and her little sister, Kai. She adds it would be great if they had a little dog or even a puppy. She needs reassurance that a family is forever. The opportunity to grow your family and give hope and love to two sweet girls is just a phone call/email away. Again, thank you! For more information please contact [email protected]. Photography by: Greg Campbell Photography

EMERALD’S CHRISTMAS WISH LIST HAS BEEN FULFILLED!

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Kai

September 17, 2021

Kai is 11 years old and lives in Mississippi. She is a sweet and sensitive girl who gets along well with others. She describes herself as fun and friendly. Kai does well in school and likes sports, especially basketball. She wants to be a professional basketball player when she grows up. She says she would like a nice family with a mom and a dad. That statement breaks my heart. A mom and a dad…seems pretty simple. Kai would like to be adopted with her older sister, Emerald. Life with a forever family would be a good life according to Kai. She will do well in a home with abundant love and reassurance. Can you help? For more information please contact [email protected].

Photography by: Greg Campbell Photography

KAI’S CHRISTMAS WISH LIST HAS BEEN FULFILLED!

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Jaiden

September 10, 2021

Jaiden is 12 years old and from Arizona. He is an energetic and charming boy who loves soccer and playing with Legos. He also likes Minecraft, superheroes and the movie “How To Train Your Dragon.” He enjoys many different types of foods including donuts, bean burritos, lasagna, and spaghetti. In school, Jaiden continues to progress and really enjoys reading. This is fantastic! He states that dogs are his favorite animal and he loves puppies of all kinds. If Jaiden could go anywhere in the world, he would want to visit Legoland. Jaiden will require a lot of patience, love and attention to thrive.

Can you be the parent to propel his love for reading further? Can you be Jaiden’s forever family? Please share Jaiden with someone. Please pray for Jaiden. Please contact Heather Pava at [email protected] for more information on Jaiden. Thank You so much guys!

JAIDEN’S CHRISTMAS WISH LIST HAS BEEN FULFILLED!

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Forever Family Friday week 45 – Anthony, Jonathan, Isabella

September 3, 2021

Every family is different…some have one child, some have 6 children, and some have furry pets as children. Then of course, some families are a combination of each in all types of various forms! What I do know is children bring life and love into a home. They bring curiosity, wonder and adventure. To have siblings….to have support, commonality, familiarity and someone to talk to….is a treasure. Please consider these precious siblings. Anthony, Jonathan and Isabella from California. They could bring all this and more into your home!

Anthony is 13 who has lots of energy and loves the outdoors. He has a great deal of love to offer. Although he can seem very shy at first, he will become friendly as he gets to know you. Jonathan is 11 and is charismatic with a bright smile. He is gentle, sweet and playful. He loves to play football and basketball. He tries really hard to get good grades and is helpful and conscientious around the house. Jonathan is a good artist and his favorite movie is Star Wars. Isabella is 8 and is an adorable little girl with a wonderful imagination. She is creative and enjoys the arts. She is funny, social, engaging and friendly. Like a true princess she enjoys being the center of attention (insert twirl and pixie dust!) She is versatile in that she is happy to play flag football outside with her brothers, but equally content having a tea party with dolls.

For more information on this darling trio please contact Stephanie at [email protected] or 909-802-1441. Photo credit: Marie Bertiaux

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Akiemah

August 27, 2021

Akiemah is from Indiana and is 11 years old. She has a big smile that lights up a room, Akiemah is a great kid with a funny sense of humor. She likes to stay active, preferring to ride her bike, rollerblade or play basketball and likes football as well. The more active she can be, the better! Music is very important to Akiemah – if she could, she’d have the radio on all day…and probably be singing along! When she grows up saving animals or being a police officer are on her list!

As with most children, consistency will be important when it comes to new routines. Parents will have to be persistent about building up a level of trust with Akiemah, in a family that is calm, understanding, and creates structure where she can thrive. “Belonging” to Akiemah is defined as being comfortable. Can you help Akiemah feel comfortable and have a sense of belonging? For more information please contact Denise Donaldson, Adoption Consultant [email protected]

AKIEMAH’S CHRISTMAS WISH LIST HAS BEEN FULFILLED!

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