Kristy, 21 years old, OR

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Kristy grew up bouncing from one placement to another after entering foster care when someone discovered that she and her siblings were being abused. Her childhood was marked by constant change, uncertainty, and the emotional weight of being separated from familiarity and stability. Each new home brought its own challenges, forcing Kristy to adapt quickly while carrying the trauma of her early experiences. Despite the instability, she learned resilience at a young age and developed a deep awareness of the struggles faced by children like herself within the foster care system. Through everything she endured, Kristy discovered the power of words and storytelling. She dreams of becoming a journalist and an author, using her voice to bring attention to stories that are often overlooked or misunderstood. Kristy wants to share the experiences of people like her—those who have survived abuse, displacement, and loss—so their voices can be heard and their truths acknowledged. By telling these stories, she hopes to create understanding, inspire change, and remind others that their experiences matter.

Kristy is wishing for a Hobby Lobby gift card so she can stock up on art and craft supplies and spend her summer being creative. She loves expressing herself through art and enjoys projects that let her imagination shine. With a gift card, she can choose the supplies she needs, such as canvases, paint, brushes, markers, stickers, and other crafting materials to bring her ideas to life. Creating art is more than just a hobby for Kristy—it helps her relax, build confidence, and stay positively engaged. Having access to these supplies would give her a fun and meaningful way to spend her summer while exploring new projects and developing her artistic talents. This gift would provide hours of creativity, learning, and enjoyment. This wish has been divided into parts so that Kristy can get lots of new supplies. This is wish 1 of 2.