I watched (read: cried through) this video (see below) earlier this week and wanted to share it with you. ReMoved, a short film by Nathaneal Matanick, focuses on the importance of foster care, while serving as a powerful reminder that every single person has their own unique story. Incredibly moving, and at times hard to watch, I couldn't help but think of so many of the girls we work with in YoungLives. The majority of them have close ties to a foster experience. Take a few moments to watch it and share it with your community. (I wouldn't recommend sharing it at club, this may hit too close to home for many girls. Instead, offer it as a resource for mentors, committee, and other community members.)
After viewing this, it's easy to get feel overwhelmed with the need, yet underprepared to help. Just because we can't fix the problem, doesn't mean we can't help. Anna Wehrmeyer (Holland, MI YoungLives) shared an incredible idea with me that her club recently did. A woman from Anna's community decorates suitcases for children entering foster care. Realizing that so many kids leave home with just a garbage bag or pillow case, this woman started supplying a local agency with personalized suitcases to give to kids moving into foster care. This small act speaks volumes to frightened children that are removed from their homes. The Holland YLVS girls spent part of club decorating suitcases to give to kids in their city. This helped the girls give back in a very real & tangible way. It's a powerful way to encourage teen moms to be a positive member of their community!
Thanks for sharing, Anna! Do you have an idea you want to share? Email Amy at greatergryounglives@gmail.com to submit it for a blog post.
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