Kristina is a beautiful and articulate young lady. She is a pleasant, respectful, and a spiritually motivated child. Kristina is very involved in ballet and jazz dance classes. She loves when her jazz costumes sparkle under the stage lights on her big opening night!

You will also find Kristina cheerleading under the high school football stadium spotlights too! Educationally, Kristina is now mainstreamed in school, taking pride in her academic progress. Her favorite subjects in school are math and reading. Kristina has a loving heart and genuinely cares for the well being of others, most particularly her sister, Brittany. Kristina hopes to become a nurse one day to truly make a difference in others' lives. Kristina also adores animals, having a true love for cats and dogs. She is not a picky eater and states, "I am fortunate to have a daily meal to eat." Kristina wears glasses, and has no health concerns. Kristina would love to be adopted with her sister in a home with a mother or mother and father who can be sensitive to her spiritual beliefs.

Brittany is a pretty young lady who is shy until she gets to know you. She is loving, articulate and spiritual like her sister, Kristina. Brittany has a laidback personality. She would enjoy the simple comforts of her home POPPING popcorn, laughing, and hanging out with her family watching movies. Brittany also enjoys attending her jazz and ballet classes with her sister, but does not need to be center stage. Brittany does well in school, enjoys all her subjects, and works through those tough math problems!
 

Brittany is learning how to make the right decisions for herself with the guidance of her caregivers. She gets along well with other children, and is very attentive to those around her. Brittany has spent many hours cuddling with her cat and dog by the television. Brittany enjoys all foods, and loves to snack between meals!! Brittany also wears glasses and is very polite young lady. She would like to be adopted in a home with her sister, Kristina having a wonderful adult female role model in whose footsteps she could follow. 

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Darnell is a friendly, playful and creative child. He likes to draw and work on arts-n-crafts projects. It comes as no surprise that his favorite subject in school is Art. Darnell enjoys being active and spending time outdoors. In addition to playing basketball, baseball and soccer, he also loves to read, play video games and collect Pokemon cards. Darnell loves to eat. His favorite food is French fries.

Darnell enjoys going to school. Although it is sometimes difficult for him to concentrate and focus on assignments, he tries very hard to complete them accurately. Darnell's emotionality greatly affects his daily functioning. Darnell can be impulsive and active at times, however, he can also be calm and attentive. Darnell responds well to praise and is at his best when presented with a challenge.

Darnell has experienced many losses in his early childhood. Supportive services are provided to help him manage his emotions and express his feelings in an appropriate manner.

Darnell is in search of an adoptive family that will allow him to be creative but provide the love, structure and stability he needs. The family also needs to be open to Darnell maintaining his close relationship with his adoptive brother, Dasamere.

Dasamere is a well-mannered child who likes to read and go to the movies. He also likes to fish and play soccer. He is a good listener and responds well to redirection. He is capable of establishing and maintaining appropriate relationships with peers and adults. Dasamere enjoys interacting and playing with other children, especially his adoptive brother Darnell. Dasamere enjoys going to school. Staying on task and completing assignments are major challenges for him. Dasamere has set short term goals dealing with socialization, coping skills and just learning to take things one day at a time. Dasamere feels that one of his strengths is that he is a good learner. When asked the question if he would rather play a game with someone who was better or worse at the game, he replied, "better so he could learn". Dasamere has experienced many losses and disappointments on the road to permanency. However, he is provided supportive services which include counseling and a mentoring program to help him deal with his emotions in a positive way.

Dasamere wants to be adopted and is looking for a loving family with lots of patience, while maintaining consistency and structure. Dasamere has a very close relationship with his adoptive brother Darnell. It is important that the family be willing to assist Dasamere in maintaining this relationship. 

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Jordan and Tate are a wonderful and adoring sibling group. They both have unique personalities and individual differences. Jordan wants to be adopted and is excited to think about the possibility of starting over. Tate is very loving and open to new relationships. These siblings are ready and wanting to join a new family.

Jordan is a lovely young lady with long brown hair and almond shaped brown eyes. Jordan loves to sing and dance. Similar to many teen girls, Jordan enjoys Hanna Montana, High School Musical and the Twilight Series, she is on team Edward! Jordan says that the thing that makes her most happy is shopping. Her interests include having friends come over and hanging out with her same age cousin.

Jordan has an interest in reading fantasy inspired books. If she had three wishes granted, Jordan would choose to have a cell phone, have her own room, and to meet one of her favorite television stars. Jordan has become more outgoing and vibrant since her placement in stable relative care.

Tate is a handsome boy with brown hair and sparkling blue/green eyes. He is an active boy with a lot of energy. Some of Tate's favorite things are Hot Wheels, Transformers, and Bakons. His favorite transformers are Optimus Prime and Bumble Bee. He also likes anything with wheels. Tate is a sweet boy who is focused on playing and his caretakers. He enjoys playing outdoors and with playmates.

Jordan and Tate have a very close relationship. They have experienced a difficult family life and their relationship has been an important part of surviving emotionally. Although they bicker like normal siblings, Jordan is very protective of Tate. They can't imagine living separately. Jordan is an adolescent and is beginning to exert her individuality and independence which may impact the sibling connection.

Jordan and Tate need stable, loving, and consistent caregivers that have the ability to meet their physical, behavioral, and emotional needs on a full-time long term basis. They need vigilant caretakers who will check in with the children to ensure their needs are being met.

The children need a safe and nurturing environment where they feel safe and secure. The children need caretakers who have an understanding of trauma behaviors and interventions for non-compliant behaviors. The caregivers should have good stress management/coping skills and a strong support system.

Jordan and Tate need a family who will work to maintain the connection with the children's relatives. Jordan and Tate are a sibling group who will be rewarding members for the right family. The children need a committed family who is prepared for the challenges and happiness that these children will bring. 

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Michelle wrote me from a school computer, as she was doing a research report on organizations that make a difference. She picked us.  She sent me many questions and I sent her a response to help her with a High School term paper.  Our correspondence was limited due to class time being her only access to a computer. It became quite aware to me that what she really needed was not a term paper, but a friend.  She told me she was in 11th grade and had an 8-month-old son and was staying in school, and had no one to talk to.  She really wants and needs a job, but even more a mentor/friend and someone to care, advise and share some wisdom. It can be hard to admit those things, I have been impressed with her courage.

Since she is clear across the country, I am broadcasting this in the most effective way we have, our newsletter.  I am never disappointed by the caring hearts of our supporters.  If you live near her, know someone that does, please contact me: christy@afamilyforeverychild.o

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