Judy, 7 years old, OR | 23 DAYS WAITING

Wish submitted by:

The Lost & Found Institute

Judy lives with her grandparents, who became her foster parents after she entered kinship care. Their house feels warm and safe, filled with the smell of her grandma’s cooking and her grandpa’s old country music playing softly in the background. Even though life has changed a lot for Judy, she’s learning that family can look different but still feel like love. Her grandparents make sure she has what she needs and remind her every day that she is strong, brave, and deeply cared for. Judy loves being outside more than anything. Soccer is her favorite sport—she loves the rush of running down the field feeling the wind in her hair, and hearing her friends cheer her name when she scores a goal. After school, she and her friends often meet at the park to play tag, climb on the jungle gym, or kick the soccer ball back and forth until the sun starts to set. Those are the moments Judy feels free and happy—laughing so hard her cheeks hurt, knowing that no matter what she’s been through, she still has joy, friends, and family who believe in her.

Judy has her heart set on getting a jellyfish diffuser for her room. She saw one online that glows softly in different colors, making the jellyfish look like they’re floating in the ocean. She thinks it would be the perfect night light—something peaceful to watch before bed when she’s winding down from a busy day. Sometimes it’s hard for Judy to relax at night, but she imagines the gentle movement and calming light helping her feel safe and cozy as she falls asleep. To her, the jellyfish diffuser isn’t just a decoration—it’s something magical that can bring a little extra calm and comfort into her space.