Michelle, 22 years old, TX

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Michelle is a mother of two and is married. She is a kind, resourceful, and dedicated young woman who has demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination, despite facing limited social and financial support after exiting extended foster care. Michelle is committed to completing her education and working towards her long-term goals to create a stable future for her family. She hopes to one day work with children who have experienced foster care, just as she did.

Michelle cherishes the holidays, finding joy in creating special traditions with her growing family—experiences she never had while growing up in foster care. Now that her children are old enough to marvel at the beauty of Christmas decorations, she is filled with excitement at the thought of getting their very first Christmas tree. It's a meaningful step in building the holiday magic she's always dreamed of sharing with her loved ones.