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Introducing- Janey, a Foster Child

Janey is a character in my recently completed manuscript.  Using skills I learned while earning my Masters Degree, and experiences working as a case worker for low income families, little Janey became a vibrant character. While only seven years old, she had been shuffled through several foster homes. All initially expressing their warmth and joy in welcoming her into their home. It didn't take long, though, before something happened. Janey always knew she would have to leave when Ms. Donovan showed at the door. One day, while Janey visited with her neighbor friend, Samantha, the two came up with a sparkling fun idea for foster kids. She didn't know how it happened. Janey talked about school, Samantha talked about her marketing job. Somewhere in the conversation one thought touched another and the idea burst into something fantastic. Samantha used her marketing skills to set the wheels in motion. Janey helped to name the idea and gave more suggestions. It was a time...