Lotus, 17 years old | 1 DAY WAITING

Wish submitted by:

Grace Retreat Foster Care and Adoption Services

Lotus is a quiet and kind-hearted young lady. She has been living in a group home in a different city, which separated her from her younger sister—a situation that has weighed heavily on her. Lotus expressed her desire to be closer to her sister, and now, thanks to moving into a foster home, that wish has come true. She is now living nearer to her sister and is hopeful that they will soon be able to visit more often. Lotus entered foster care due to an incident involving her biological mother. Her father, who lives in another state, is working hard to reunify with both Lotus and her younger sister. In the meantime, Lotus stays in contact with him through her cell phone, and this connection means a great deal to her. She is genuinely excited about the opportunity to make supportive friends and leave behind some of the challenges she faced in the group home, where she was often bullied. Making and keeping friends hasn’t always been easy for Lotus. She is very artistic and loves to draw and paint. Her incredible creativity drives one of her biggest dreams: to become a tattoo artist.

Lotus is a creative young lady with a passion for drawing. For her, art is more than just a hobby; it’s a way to express her feelings and navigate the ups and downs of life. She dreams of having two sketchbooks dedicated to her markers and calligraphy pens, providing her with the perfect canvas to unleash her creativity. Whether she’s at home or taking a break at school, these sketchbooks would offer her the freedom to explore her ideas and emotions, serving as her personal outlet for artistic expression.