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HOLIDAY WISH

A lawn mower for Caleb to take care of his yard

Posted Dec 5, 2024
Caleb has his heart undeniably set on one special gift for Christmas—a brand new lawn mower. This isn’t just a matter of practicality; to him, it symbolizes the doorway to a newfound sense of independence and satisfaction. For months, his current mower limps along, wheezing and struggling at every turn. Each frustrating attempt to start it, coupled with the uneven patches it leaves behind, only fuels his desire for something far better. He envisions a sleek, powerful machine gliding effortlessly over the grass, its blades expertly trimming the lawn with precision. The very idea of trading in his worn-out mower for a shiny new model fills him with bubbling excitement. No longer does yard work feel like a tiresome chore; instead, it transforms into a gratifying endeavor. With every push, he pictures himself relishing the achievement of a well-manicured lawn, where each stroke of the mower leaves behind a pristine landscape that he can proudly call his own.

Caleb is 21 years old and lives in OR

Caleb’s journey through life has been anything but ordinary. Growing up in foster care, he cycled through multiple homes, never staying in one place for long. Despite the instability, he carried with him an unbreakable sense of hope and determination. Twice, he was adopted, only to face the heartbreak of those families not being able to provide the lasting stability he craved. But Caleb’s resilience kept him going. He learned to navigate the twists and turns of a life that was often out of his control, finding solace in his imagination and a deep desire to one day share his story with the world. One of his biggest dreams is to become an author, creating children’s books that inspire hope and resilience in young readers. He wants to write stories that show children, especially those in the foster care system, that no matter how many times life knocks them down, they can rise again. For Caleb, this is just the beginning of the life he’s always dreamed of—a life built on hope, creativity, and the belief that every child deserves a chance at a better tomorrow.

The Wish Story

The Lost & Found Institute requests this wish for Caleb.

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*OSW Reserve Account grants the wish for Caleb! Thanks *OSW Reserve Account.

One Simple Wish sends the gift to the The Lost & Found Institute for Caleb.

The Lost & Found Institute receives the wish!

"Words cannot express how much receiving this lawn mower means to me. Taking care of my yard is a must and it can be hard to be motivated to take care of my yard without the right tools to be able to do it. Thank you for investing in me with this gift. Happy New Years!"

Caleb receives the wish from The Lost & Found Institute

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