We were honored to get a sneak peek at the new @Austin_Threads last night! Threads provides free, brand-new clothing and a special shopping experience to teens who are in foster care, experiencing homelessness or otherwise in need. Help us spread the news about this organization!
CW: Discussion of sexual assault.
Based on a true story, @netflix's Unbelievable is a beautifully done crime drama that sheds light on foster care, trauma, how we treat sexual assault survivors and other relevant themes. It's tough, but it's worth it.
https://t.co/aEiJ2SpWgc
“Sometimes we overestimate what it means to make a difference in a child’s life. Sometimes it’s something as simple as showing up when they expect you to walk out.” Powerful words from opening keynote speaker @JoshShipp. #txcasaconf#30yearjubilee
Today I was leaving a visit at a foster home and the foster mom thanked me for being such a blessing to them and their kids. I definitely got in my car and cried happy tears on my drive back to the office because that was the exact kind of encouragement I was needing this week 😭
“One day, you look at your life, and it has purpose and someone that makes you feel very special and friends. And all the time and pain that it took to get there, it just doesn’t matter anymore.”