Christina, 20 years old, OR | 35 DAYS WAITING

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Christina entered foster care at just 12 years old after repeatedly running away from an abusive home, beginning a childhood marked by constant movement between foster placements and group homes. Without a stable place to land, she often carried a deep sense of being unloved and unseen. Those early experiences shaped how she viewed herself and the world, making it hard to trust and feel safe. But today, Christina is on a different path. She is intentionally focusing on healing—learning how to sit with her emotions, understand them, and give herself the care she was once denied. Through this journey, she is beginning to build a sense of self-love and worth that no one can take away. Christina now dreams of becoming a therapist, hoping to one day support others who have faced similar pain, turning her story into a source of strength and connection for those still finding their way.

Christina is looking for a cute new shirt to wear that makes her feel confident, comfortable, and true to herself. After everything she’s been through, she’s figuring out how to take care of herself in new ways. Even getting a nice, stylish shirt can really lift her mood. She wants something light and full of life that shows the changes she’s going through and the happier days ahead. She's never really had the opportunity to have nice things, with brand names, so this is a super special wish for her. For Christina, this shirt is more than just a new outfit—it’s about finding joy, feeling good about herself, and embracing confidence and self-love.