My sense of self-worth plummeted.

No one was there to defend me.

I was targeted for relentless beatings.

I swore I would never look back.

She was alone again, and felt it.

It felt like I was thrown to the wolves.

I feel like a lost soul.

The child welfare system worked for me.

I wish I knew my baby brother.

I lived in 12 placements while in foster care.