I Am One of the Vanished Ones
Margaret Gorman once hoped she might hear from some of the “vanished ones” again. I am one of them. This is how her story came back to me—and how a book became an invitation to leave one light…
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The final page was never the end of the story.
Reflections on foster care, family, second chances, mentorship, and the ordinary people whose decision to show up can change the direction of a life.
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This is not simply a place to discuss a book.
It is a place to raise awareness, share stories, connect people with resources, and shine a light on solutions—and on the people already doing the work.
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From Surviving to Serving: Why I Wrote The Light in the Window and Started This Blog
Welcome to The Light in the Window There comes a time in life when you realize your story is not just about you. For…
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