Cassie enjoys life again

"I figured it was all my fault that my parents didn't stay together," Cassie admits. Today, support and love from her houseparents help her enjoy life again.

Kelly learns the power of words

"I know how to say 'no' now," Kelly pronounces. she admits being spoiled by her grandmother while she grew up. When that changed, she felt angry and hurt.

Nancy reflects the power of hope

"I was determined not to enjoy my life. That all changed when I met my houseparents," Nancy confesses. Angry and confused when she arrived, she enjoys ilfe today as a happy young lady..

Billy embraces a happier life

"I was one of the meanest kids in my old school. I didn't know why I wasn't happy back then, but I know why I'm happy now," Billy states. Today this bright young man is all smiles.

Willie computes his life strategy

"I used to think my Mom loved my sister more than me," Willie confesses. As a result, his poor attitude and behavior kept him in trouble. Today, he has the strategy to create a better life.

Mike scores big despite his past

"I'm motivated to succeed and will do what's necessary to make my life what it needs to be," Mike announces. This high school senior uses his past to drive him to a better future.

Tim protects his goals

"No one will score on me today," Tim tells his soccer coach. A daring comment from a young man who almost didn't make it into this world.

Shelley finds peace in life

"I didn't know what I needed," Shelley admits. The safety of her temporary home was about to end. She needed help, but didn't know where to turn or who to ask.

Julie begins her masterpiece

"I haven't felt so sure of what to do with my life, except when I became a Christian," Julie states while preparing for her favorite class: art.