Mary, 20 years old, FL | 1 DAY WAITING

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Mary is a young mother who came to this country and entered foster care at the age of 16. Her son still lives in her native country, and she misses him dearly. They regularly FaceTime, allowing her to stay connected with him. Currently, she is part of the extended foster care program and is actively learning the English language. Mary remains hopeful that she will reunite with her son one day, and she aspires to become a surgeon in the future.

Mary has been feeling increasingly anxious as she prepares for her upcoming move and the changes that will accompany it. In the past, she found joy in drawing, sketching, and coloring, but she has drifted away from these activities over time. A coloring book could provide Mary with the opportunity to reconnect with something she once loved while giving her a positive and calming outlet for her anxiety. Coloring can serve as a healthy coping skill when she feels overwhelmed or stressed, offering her a familiar and enjoyable focus during this period of transition.