I will never understand how a full grown adult thinks it’s logical to hear a child say they’re being abused at home and CALL THE PARENTS. I’m so sorry those ppl failed you
Exactly my first thought would be to contact law enforcement and I think that’s legally what teachers are supposed to do. But this lady is older so maybe in the 70s-80s that wasn’t the law. Everyone failed her and her brother
Yeah that's why I wouldn't confess to my teacher but she knew. Cops don't do nothing if you're called an " unruly child" for jumping out a moving car bc ur being punched in the face and running hiding in a store bc ur mom tried to run you over with her car bc out of 3 kids your blamed for clogging a toilet.
I’m furious. Her own biological mother not wanting to touch her. Or be near her. My heart aches. I can not understand allowing a beautiful child to go through such heartache.
Once then foster parents say the child is foster and troubled the child's credibility goes out the window and that's terrible!! So many children have been harmed or unalived in foster care and most times it's brushed under the rug
@MsTeelove07 I had a friend who fostered for a while ( she did it for the money) she was well off anyway but she was greedy for money, as soon as the children got naughty she would say she didn't want them. She stopped doing after a little while as she was house proud, and they were messing up the house. Think it's hard to find good Foster carers.
It's not as simple as that because some cases the child may not be truthful unfortunately. I would believe the child from the gate unless is proven otherwise. They need to investigate foster care allegations just a good as they claim to have investigated when they remove the child from their homes. I have seen cases where clearly the child should be removed and is not. I have seen cases where the child should have never been taken away from their own parents and placed in a double worse situation. This is something that needs to be talked about more but it's not. It's so sad law makers never push for CPS reform until a child is on the news
Not so fast, lives/families have also been ruined due to disgruntled kids. Kid gets denied a toy/trip/boy-girl friend and they turn rogue and accuse the non-cooperative parent. It has happened and continues to, especially to stepparents. I personally know 2 whose lives were irreparably ruined. One kid recanted but stepmom had been deported. The other served 4 of a possible 12 but damaged had been done.
Hearing her awful experience in the foster care system is one of the reasons why I wanted to become a foster parent. To show children all foster parents and (adults)are not evil. God bless you for overcoming your pass. Blessings to you!
I have horrendous experiences with the "foster care" system as well. All I was to them was a check. Dealt with the x'ual misconduct as well by grown ass men. I absolutely detest how the system has absolutely no regard for the safety or wellbeing for the kids they are supposed care for. Absolutely sickening.
Another survivor who suffered unbelievable horrors at the hands of so-called religious people. I'm so sorry that this young woman suffered so badly. I pray that her abusers suffered worse. 😢💔
It’s amazing how people use the Bible against others but don’t follow it themselves. And this makes me ill that you went through this and others as well. I hate the thought of kids being beaten and abused! Why do people have kids and then treat them like this.
I believe discipline is critical for kids, especially our Black kids. I always reminded my boys, our disciplinarians (police) do us with no mercy. I disciplined out of love; I can't say the same for our judicial system and all its tentacles (police/judges/DA's/court appointed lawyers,,). Stay involved in your kid's life brothers/Black men, had this young lady's dad accepted/honored his responsibility, her rogue mother would not have succeeded.
People are always hiding behind the Bible and weaponizing scriptures, which is why I really don’t discuss the Bible with people. We should just try to be good and decent people without all the manipulation.
Also want to add that you are a warrior and the fact that you did not turn out bad and you do right with your kids is the fruit of your spirit. Much love
The way she lit up talking about her kids really warmed my heart. What a horrific childhood & young adulthood she had to go through but I am so glad she got her family through her kids, I can tell they keep her going 🥹
This story says so much about the dysfunctionality of family, and the complete disregard for keeping children safe. I really am shocked by this poor woman's experiences. The system needs to change!!
It's plentiful in our dysfunctional Black homes. 70% of Black homes are single parent dwellings (mothers mostly), mothers become overwhelmed and,,. Stay home Black men, we are losing our future generations.
Hug no one but your children, husband/wife, parents as this could reduce grief for you. Same applies to grandkids too. Everyone is a photographer these days, society is under constant surveillance; as any business you enter has cameras. What's a safe hug, 2 seconds,3, have you crossed a line with a 4 second hug? How tight is too tight? what if in attempting to give Marry a kiss on the Cheek she turns slightly and becomes a lip shot?? What if Marry accuses you years later of improprieties? that recorded kiss shot will seal your fate. Bottom line, if I don't make contact with you, it makes it damn near impossible for me to have violated you.
I’m sorry this happen to you😢 Those were some sick individuals. Hurt people hurt others. Thank you for sharing your story. You’re helping so many others🙏🏽
This hurts me so much. Such a beautiful woman. You deserved so much more. Life caused you to suffer and it shaped your reality. God still kept you alive and now you are here and God loves you and we love you!! We are cheering you on!! You’re a great mother!! Please, thank you for sharing your story and your strength. We are praying for you.
@@Jaime-u5m Bro the bitterness you have towards God isnt going to change anything. He allows things to happen we dont understand it but know he wil lhave vengeance on the wicked who continue and wont repent. You can either stand with God or with Satan. Going your own way will only by default lead you to destruction. Especially when you lack understanding. Hatred is a burden that only adds to the cycle. Only love will win.
@@NOPE-po2pq You been hoodwinked/bamboozled I do appreciate the various versions of Gods; without them humanity would be sitting at 11 billion. You bible/God thumpers are dangerous people.
This poor little girl, being beaten & starved & not even enough clean water to drink! The foster parents should be in prison, my heart goes out to this young woman, that's beyond terrible, how has she kept her sanity? God Bless her & please bring her Peace ❤
I’m so sorry for what you went through! You are an extremely strong lady! You’re a beautiful, intelligent, loving and caring woman! May God Bless you and your family!❤
I am so sorry to hear, the turmoil you had to deal with as a young child. This saddens me. Hearing this from your own words…..this should NEVER happen to any child !
Something similar happened to me in foster home. You are meant to be protected and not hurt further. I am so sorry this happened to you and you are so strong. Lots of love your way ❤ you are a beautiful woman and always remember that ❤
I'm so proud of you. You're such a beautiful young lady. You're a very strong woman and God never left you. Many blessings to you and much happiness to you always 😇💞🤗🙏🏽🌞🌷🦋
I am so very sorry that you endured such abhorrent and disgusting treatment throughout your childhood. As someone who cannot have children but has longed for them my entire life, I cannot imagine treating a beautiful child like this! It’s heartbreaking! Children are the most precious thing in the world. There is a special place in the hottest corner of hell for those who mistreat children. You are a brave, lovely young woman and I hope you know how amazing you are. Sending you light and love 💕
This just breaks my heart to hear of a child first being denied the love they deserve and then having to experience such horrendous abuse. It’s even more disheartening to know that sadly there are many children out there who are suffering right now.
She was such a beautiful baby, how anyone can look at kids and want to hurt them…. Ffs. When you think you’re having a bad day this is the suffering other people have to deal with. Sending love to you darling. You didn’t deserve this. You are loved 😭💔
Congratulations on your Triumphant Testimony, your Published book "I'm Good" , and 5 beautiful children. Look at the blessings that have come out of your trials. May God continue to bless and keep you safe, and strong. Thank you for sharing your testimony with the world. (Keep rising and Healing )💕💗💓💞
This bought me to tears. I just can’t believe how horrible people can be. And some of them church folks are the worst devils…Godbless you Young Lady🙏🏽🙏🏽💐🧡
This happens too often not to be more closely monitored. I hate how people are failed so often by those who are supposed to protect them. This literally breaks my heart.
I'm crying! None of this was your fault, and it's perfectly understandable why you are distant. I just can't understand how adults can be so damned cruel to children. You had the misfortune of being placed with terrible people, unfortunately. There are good people out there, and we need more in the foster care system. God loves you most of all. God bless you 💛
@@rc6888I didn't say that was a nice action, but compared to the other horrible things that happened being left in a car with a loaf of bread is nothing.
My grandma used to abuse my mom… shed leave my mom in the car and brought her brother in stores because her brother looked more white than dark mexican like my mom. She also beat my mom for no reason. In return my mom went on to date my father who beat her so bad n i have ptsd i was also beaten. So My grandma can burn in h** i wont shed a tear when i attend the funeral (which ill only attend for my mom)… n id spit on her grave if i ever visit it solely for that reason. I gotta let my anger go, i know. But its tough
@@spiderfrommars8701I live in a very hot place, so I can tell you that staying in a car without air conditioner for so long when there are 90 degrees outside is absolute torture. It gets much hotter in the car. I was once left for like 10-15 minutes in a car with no air conditioning (there weren't air conditioners in all the cars back then, ours didn't have) in such weather when I was like 7 years old or so, also with open windows, I started crying at some point because it was so hot, I seriously suffered. They left the windows open, but if they kept them closed she could have died from the heat. Every summer a few infants here die because their parents accidentally forget them in the car for a while. 45 minutes is enough to kill an infant. I can't say this is the worst thing, this women suffered unbelievable amount of horrifying abuse. But trust me when I say, being left in a car on a hot day is not a small thing.
I'm choosing to focus on what she says is helping her heal from all the trauma at the end of the video. You must make every effort to love yourself despite what others may think of you. Whenever a person mistreats someone it's a direct reflection of how they feel about themselves.
Young queen GOD has loved you and he still do you have to look for him ,he's always been there you woke up Amen. Blessings 🙌🏾 to you young queen you are blessed your kids love you
There are so many of us who have gone through this type of traumatic madness. Your comment and listening to Sophia shows that we are not alone. Thank God for Jesus
My heart goes out to Ms. Sophia, I hope she continues her journey of finding self-love and happiness. I am glad that her relationship with her children has been a source of abiding love and strength for her. The more I listen to the stories of survivors, the more I am starting to think that CPS deliberately excuses certain thresholds of abuse. If these CPS workers cannot claim that they are seeing signs of the most heinous and extreme forms of abuse in their face, then they casually let a lot of other obvious and terrible abuse evidence pass. Nowadays, a household must get exposed by some type of wider community attention, or media coverage, for CPS to snap into action.
All the time, God is good. Those of us who have a shared experience of this same type of trauma, know that as we walk(ed) through the Valley of the Shadow of death, we did not die because God was with us.
🫂 I want to just give you the biggest hug right now. I watch a LOT of these stories & for whatever reason, this one hit harder to me. I am so incredibly sorry you had to go through what you did. I can tell you give the love you wish you had, to your children & that’s so incredibly beautiful to me. YOU* are breaking the cycle, no one else but… * Y O U * mama!! You’re raising your kids to be better & become more than you ever thought for yourself & for that? I applaud you 👏🏽 ♥️ standing ovation over here 🙌🏽 Praying that your next 30-40 years are more peaceful & much more forgiving than your last 40 years 🫶🏽 ✨💞 sending all my love to you & yours.
This breaks my heart. No child should have to endure this sort of treatment. I'm so glad my daughter will grow up only knowing of love, safety and happiness. I hope this woman gets the help she needs to heal.
Wow, I don't know what to say. Like me you've been through too much. I've grown stronger with time, and can see you've grown into a beautiful human. All the best for your future.
Thank you for sharing your life with us, who are strangers. I am so sorry this happened to you. You are so beautiful. I am not finished, and my heart aches. I hope you have justice.
It is so disappointing that other adults who witness the childs abuse won't intervene, especially when there are multiple adults around 😢 husband, foster moms friend, in this case 😐 Sending love and healing to this extraordinary woman 💕
I’m so sorry. You were seriously abused, physical, mental, emotional and spiritual abuse. I’m glad you made it through. Thank you for sharing your story.
I truly am very sorry for all you went through in your life. I think you are very very well spoken and rose above so much trauma. You’re actually very inspiring.
I want you to know you are amazing! You are loved please keep going you are such an inspiration we need to know your story! You have made it out stay strong It’s ok how you feel any one would but we need you here your kids need you
Bless this woman's heart and life, I've never heard of anyone so strong that held the light of love in their heart through all the evils she went through. Blessed Be ♡ to you and your family
Thank you for sharing your heart breaking story ❤️ its amazing, that you survived all that. Just awful, cruel people one after another 😢 I was thinking you should write a book and then in the end you actually mentioned you have done it! 😊👍 God bless you and your family.
I know you don’t need a hug from a total random internet stranger but I’m sending it anyway. It’s a warm hug like the kind you get when you’re introduced to someone new but a little bit awkward at first cuz my hug went a little too long but then u realize it’s a hug and prayer simultaneously and I just want you to know that you are Gods child and you are truly loved. And that you’re blessing so many others including your very own children by just existing - and sharing your story is even more astounding. So many hurt people out there do not realize they are worthy of love and CAN heal. Please continue sharing your story and your taken for writing and blessing. I’m sorry for the long message but I just felt compelled to send you this word of encouragement. I wish I could protect all the children of the world.. keep them safe. Show them they are loved and special. And while I can’t save them all people like you can help us shed light on the issues and make fundamental changes with cps and foster system so that other children can be kept safe. Keep sharing your stories. Let us know how we can further support your mission. and may God bless you.
Sophia, i listened to your story yesterday and i was in tears. I wanted to comment so i just looked through my history to find your story again. What a powerful testimony thank you for having the courage to share your story. I can hear the pain in your voice but just know you sharing your story will bring deeper levels of healing and bring healing to others. I am foster parent and have 4 adopted daughters. We had closed our license years ago but then my adopted daughter's kids, my grandchildren came into foster care so we got relicensed. We never had biological children but God had other plans. Also to hear that a great deal of your abuse came through supposed Christian people how disgusting! My grandkids mother who i adopted when she is 14 had so much hurt and also came from a broken adoption due to sexual stuff. She came to us at 14 and now i have her sons. She had so much trauma she never dealt with and now her kids are in the system. We tried our very hardest to get her help but she left at 18. I would love to order your book for her, if it is still available to order. We are in Michigan too Grand Rapids area. I wish you well as you continue on your healing journey. God bless you and thank you for sharing ❤
I related to her on so many things she said. Especially about memory loss and only being able to remember the bad times because that's all you've been conditioned to expect from people. God bless her on her journey to self-love.
I wish foster parents who are abusers would face consequences
I agree
Absolutely, they should be held to a higher standard being most of the kids are abused before they came there
YES
Very serious one's absolutely 💯
Exactly, the parents get punished for abuse and found unfit but the foster parents don’t??? Makes no sense.
I’m so tired of child services not doing shit
I’m tired of the parents not parenting 😢
why are cps or child proteticte services in US so terrible, it is insane how bad it is runned, NO system at all
@@sfvibe188exactly!! Please blame cps but it’s the parents fault!
😢😢😢😢😢😢
We lack facilities concerning incarceration in the first place.
I will never understand how a full grown adult thinks it’s logical to hear a child say they’re being abused at home and CALL THE PARENTS. I’m so sorry those ppl failed you
They are usually O.C.D.
Exactly my first thought would be to contact law enforcement and I think that’s legally what teachers are supposed to do. But this lady is older so maybe in the 70s-80s that wasn’t the law. Everyone failed her and her brother
Yeah that's why I wouldn't confess to my teacher but she knew. Cops don't do nothing if you're called an " unruly child" for jumping out a moving car bc ur being punched in the face and running hiding in a store bc ur mom tried to run you over with her car bc out of 3 kids your blamed for clogging a toilet.
Yupp and they're the adults that also say "I won't tell anyone"
Sad some foster parents are abusive
I’m furious. Her own biological mother not wanting to touch her. Or be near her. My heart aches. I can not understand allowing a beautiful child to go through such heartache.
Stories like this makes me want to be a foster mother so bad. I'm so sorry 😞
There was probably trauma attached to the pregnancy that made her reject her daughter
It can be an unfortunate symptom of post-partum depression. Albeit rare.
You should be a foster mother and you should adopt children because you would be helping children who no one wants. @@kaleahcollins4567
my mum did this to me from birth to about 30. It was post natal depression. But it has had life-long consequences for me
Adopted Mother set you up to fail time after time. What a horror she was, hope she gets her deserves. Bless you.
She is or has
Known as a simpliphile.
Once then foster parents say the child is foster and troubled the child's credibility goes out the window and that's terrible!! So many children have been harmed or unalived in foster care and most times it's brushed under the rug
@MsTeelove07 I had a friend who fostered for a while ( she did it for the money) she was well off anyway but she was greedy for money, as soon as the children got naughty she would say she didn't want them. She stopped doing after a little while as she was house proud, and they were messing up the house. Think it's hard to find good Foster carers.
@@pam164 we lack facilities concerning incarceration to this day.
These Foster kids need to be monitored more They have failed these kids every way possible I am sorry she went through all of this
Agree. Orphanages, not foster homes for girls. Volunteers volunteer and adopt!
They should all be in jail. Monsters, all of them.
I want to be a foster parent. I would love any child with all my heart.
If someone says they’re being abused, just believe em. Simple as that.
Be YOU.
And investigate Thoroughly
It's not as simple as that because some cases the child may not be truthful unfortunately. I would believe the child from the gate unless is proven otherwise. They need to investigate foster care allegations just a good as they claim to have investigated when they remove the child from their homes. I have seen cases where clearly the child should be removed and is not. I have seen cases where the child should have never been taken away from their own parents and placed in a double worse situation. This is something that needs to be talked about more but it's not. It's so sad law makers never push for CPS reform until a child is on the news
Thats the dumbest shit I Amber Heard.
Not so fast, lives/families have also been ruined due to disgruntled kids. Kid gets denied a toy/trip/boy-girl friend and they turn rogue and accuse the non-cooperative parent.
It has happened and continues to, especially to stepparents. I personally know 2 whose lives were irreparably ruined. One kid recanted but stepmom had been deported. The other served 4 of a possible 12 but damaged had been done.
Hearing her awful experience in the foster care system is one of the reasons why I wanted to become a foster parent. To show children all foster parents and (adults)are not evil. God bless you for overcoming your pass. Blessings to you!
I wonder how these awful foster parents are doing today, I can’t believe we live amongst these demons 😢
I have horrendous experiences with the "foster care" system as well. All I was to them was a check. Dealt with the x'ual misconduct as well by grown ass men. I absolutely detest how the system has absolutely no regard for the safety or wellbeing for the kids they are supposed care for. Absolutely sickening.
I’m so sorry
💜💜💜💜
Another survivor who suffered unbelievable horrors at the hands of so-called religious people. I'm so sorry that this young woman suffered so badly. I pray that her abusers suffered worse. 😢💔
My respect to all you lovers of gods, most of you are hard core dangerous people.
Wonderful concept religions can be, In moderation!
It’s amazing how people use the Bible against others but don’t follow it themselves. And this makes me ill that you went through this and others as well. I hate the thought of kids being beaten and abused! Why do people have kids and then treat them like this.
I believe discipline is critical for kids, especially our Black kids. I always reminded my boys, our disciplinarians (police) do us with no mercy. I disciplined out of love; I can't say the same for our judicial system and all its tentacles (police/judges/DA's/court appointed lawyers,,).
Stay involved in your kid's life brothers/Black men, had this young lady's dad accepted/honored his responsibility, her rogue mother would not have succeeded.
People are always hiding behind the Bible and weaponizing scriptures, which is why I really don’t discuss the Bible with people. We should just try to be good and decent people without all the manipulation.
There are some people like me in this world who feel a lot for you. ❤️
Also want to add that you are a warrior and the fact that you did not turn out bad and you do right with your kids is the fruit of your spirit. Much love
Not even four minutes in and my heart is BROKEN. This poor, sweet woman. 💔
A horrific story, why are some people so cruel and evil ? It’s very sad 😢
Omg I just wanna hug her😢❤
Sophia, you are amazing for breaking that cycle and realizing it. And having great kids, you're an awesome lady.
The way she lit up talking about her kids really warmed my heart. What a horrific childhood & young adulthood she had to go through but I am so glad she got her family through her kids, I can tell they keep her going 🥹
This story says so much about the dysfunctionality of family, and the complete disregard for keeping children safe. I really am shocked by this poor woman's experiences.
The system needs to change!!
This is so sad I couldn't imagine a child living in horror like this. I pray for your healing sista. Peace and luv be with you❤❤😢
It's plentiful in our dysfunctional Black homes. 70% of Black homes are single parent dwellings (mothers mostly), mothers become overwhelmed and,,.
Stay home Black men, we are losing our future generations.
Brave of you to get through this without being bitter or broken, wish you luck.
She is a gem. I wish I could hug her.
Hug no one but your children, husband/wife, parents as this could reduce grief for you. Same applies to grandkids too. Everyone is a photographer these days, society is under constant surveillance; as any business you enter has cameras.
What's a safe hug, 2 seconds,3, have you crossed a line with a 4 second hug?
How tight is too tight? what if in attempting to give Marry a kiss on the Cheek she turns slightly and becomes a lip shot??
What if Marry accuses you years later of improprieties? that recorded kiss shot will seal your fate.
Bottom line, if I don't make contact with you, it makes it damn near impossible for me to have violated you.
@@Jaime-u5m Bro you need to relax ain't nobody bout to read all that.
I'm here to withness these stories and hold space. The trauma is real that so many have experienced. I wish you well Sophia.
I’m so sorry you went through this. You really are beautiful and articulate. Don’t forget that. Congratulations on being a great Mom.
I’m sorry this happen to you😢 Those were some sick individuals. Hurt people hurt others. Thank you for sharing your story. You’re helping so many others🙏🏽
IM SO SORRY YOU HAD TO GO THROUGH THIS YOUR A STRONG BEAUTIFUL WOMAN❤🫶🏿
This hurts me so much. Such a beautiful woman. You deserved so much more. Life caused you to suffer and it shaped your reality. God still kept you alive and now you are here and God loves you and we love you!! We are cheering you on!! You’re a great mother!! Please, thank you for sharing your story and your strength. We are praying for you.
Is this the same God who let my forefathers perish in holding cells before shipment west? where was he???
@@Jaime-u5m Bro the bitterness you have towards God isnt going to change anything. He allows things to happen we dont understand it but know he wil lhave vengeance on the wicked who continue and wont repent. You can either stand with God or with Satan. Going your own way will only by default lead you to destruction. Especially when you lack understanding. Hatred is a burden that only adds to the cycle. Only love will win.
@@NOPE-po2pq You been hoodwinked/bamboozled I do appreciate the various versions of Gods; without them humanity would be sitting at 11 billion.
You bible/God thumpers are dangerous people.
You are a beautiful woman and now you are going to thrive in life. Don't let others stupidity and evil acts define you.
This poor little girl, being beaten & starved & not even enough clean water to drink! The foster parents should be in prison, my heart goes out to this young woman, that's beyond terrible, how has she kept her sanity? God Bless her & please bring her Peace ❤
The first 9 mins was insane!!!! 😢
I’m so sorry for what you went through! You are an extremely strong lady! You’re a beautiful, intelligent, loving and caring woman! May God Bless you and your family!❤
I am so sorry to hear, the turmoil you had to deal with as a young child. This saddens me. Hearing this from your own words…..this should NEVER happen to any child !
Something similar happened to me in foster home. You are meant to be protected and not hurt further. I am so sorry this happened to you and you are so strong. Lots of love your way ❤ you are a beautiful woman and always remember that ❤
I'm so proud of you. You're such a beautiful young lady. You're a very strong woman and God never left you. Many blessings to you and much happiness to you always 😇💞🤗🙏🏽🌞🌷🦋
In so sorry, what's wrong with our CPS! There needs to be arrest for CPS to be held accountable! And the perpetrators
VERY POWERFUL TESTIMONY FROM THIS WOMAN. SO INSPIRING AND VICTORIOUS. GOD BLESS HER AND HER FAMILY
The strength to endure this is like wow, The fact that she speaks well! she’s not on drugs .. You are suppose to be here you are wonderfully made!
I am so very sorry that you endured such abhorrent and disgusting treatment throughout your childhood. As someone who cannot have children but has longed for them my entire life, I cannot imagine treating a beautiful child like this! It’s heartbreaking! Children are the most precious thing in the world. There is a special place in the hottest corner of hell for those who mistreat children. You are a brave, lovely young woman and I hope you know how amazing you are. Sending you light and love 💕
Thank you for the good foster parents out there. I know a few who love their foster kids.
This just breaks my heart to hear of a child first being denied the love they deserve and then having to experience such horrendous abuse. It’s even more disheartening to know that sadly there are many children out there who are suffering right now.
I'm so sorry this happened to you, I'm praying for your healing.
I want to hug you so bad. I’m so sorry what happened to you. You are beautiful. Don’t ever forget.
She was such a beautiful baby, how anyone can look at kids and want to hurt them…. Ffs. When you think you’re having a bad day this is the suffering other people have to deal with. Sending love to you darling. You didn’t deserve this. You are loved 😭💔
Congratulations on your Triumphant Testimony, your Published book "I'm Good" , and 5 beautiful children. Look at the blessings that have come out of your trials. May God continue to bless and keep you safe, and strong. Thank you for sharing your testimony with the world. (Keep rising and Healing )💕💗💓💞
Thank you for telling your story, so much abuse, mentally and physically, from foster care thats not being told.
This bought me to tears. I just can’t believe how horrible people can be. And some of them church folks are the worst devils…Godbless you Young Lady🙏🏽🙏🏽💐🧡
This happens too often not to be more closely monitored. I hate how people are failed so often by those who are supposed to protect them. This literally breaks my heart.
I'm crying! None of this was your fault, and it's perfectly understandable why you are distant. I just can't understand how adults can be so damned cruel to children. You had the misfortune of being placed with terrible people, unfortunately. There are good people out there, and we need more in the foster care system. God loves you most of all. God bless you 💛
What an eloquent vulnerable Queen!!! My goodness I'm so glad her son has her!!!
This is crazy I'm from Grand Rapids MI I'm so sorry to hear this
Such a sad story 🥺. Some parts reminds me of the book “ A child called It” . I’m so sorry this happened to you beautiful ❤
Yessssss😢 I read that book years ago 😭😭
Was that a real mom or adopted mom?
Yeah, people treated her like she was garbage wonder sometimes like all they pay in their afterlife I wish I knew.
@@abou8963 She was his biological mother.
I’m so sorry you went through all this abuse, you never deserved that you looked like such a sweet little girl ❤️ I wish I could give you a hug
Her story is crazy, eating in a restaurant while she stayed in the car using the money that was meant for her… I hope they pay in the end
THAT is your main problem with her story??😅
@@spiderfrommars8701 well shit everybody needs to eat
@@rc6888I didn't say that was a nice action, but compared to the other horrible things that happened being left in a car with a loaf of bread is nothing.
My grandma used to abuse my mom… shed leave my mom in the car and brought her brother in stores because her brother looked more white than dark mexican like my mom. She also beat my mom for no reason. In return my mom went on to date my father who beat her so bad n i have ptsd i was also beaten. So My grandma can burn in h** i wont shed a tear when i attend the funeral (which ill only attend for my mom)… n id spit on her grave if i ever visit it solely for that reason. I gotta let my anger go, i know. But its tough
@@spiderfrommars8701I live in a very hot place, so I can tell you that staying in a car without air conditioner for so long when there are 90 degrees outside is absolute torture. It gets much hotter in the car. I was once left for like 10-15 minutes in a car with no air conditioning (there weren't air conditioners in all the cars back then, ours didn't have) in such weather when I was like 7 years old or so, also with open windows, I started crying at some point because it was so hot, I seriously suffered. They left the windows open, but if they kept them closed she could have died from the heat. Every summer a few infants here die because their parents accidentally forget them in the car for a while. 45 minutes is enough to kill an infant.
I can't say this is the worst thing, this women suffered unbelievable amount of horrifying abuse. But trust me when I say, being left in a car on a hot day is not a small thing.
I'm choosing to focus on what she says is helping her heal from all the trauma at the end of the video. You must make every effort to love yourself despite what others may think of you. Whenever a person mistreats someone it's a direct reflection of how they feel about themselves.
This is completely horrific!! How many more kids are there in that same situation?!?!! This system needs completely over hauled!😢😢😢
Young queen GOD has loved you and he still do you have to look for him ,he's always been there you woke up Amen. Blessings 🙌🏾 to you young queen you are blessed your kids love you
Where WAS he?
HE was watching. He gave us free will to choose how we will act. He holds the Final Judgement.
Your not alone mama I was in a similar situation and now I know I’m not alone now either!… thank you for sharing
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There are so many of us who have gone through this type of traumatic madness.
Your comment and listening to Sophia shows that we are not alone. Thank God for Jesus
I'm so sorry :( You didn't deserve any of that. You were a beautiful, precious little girl who deserved all the love in the world. ❤
My goodness. I wish you a whole lot of love and blessings in your new life. 😢❤
My heart goes out to Ms. Sophia, I hope she continues her journey of finding self-love and happiness. I am glad that her relationship with her children has been a source of abiding love and strength for her. The more I listen to the stories of survivors, the more I am starting to think that CPS deliberately excuses certain thresholds of abuse. If these CPS workers cannot claim that they are seeing signs of the most heinous and extreme forms of abuse in their face, then they casually let a lot of other obvious and terrible abuse evidence pass. Nowadays, a household must get exposed by some type of wider community attention, or media coverage, for CPS to snap into action.
I’m so sorry for all the trauma you’ve endured. I had a rough start too and life been kicking since. God is yet good.
All the time, God is good. Those of us who have a shared experience of this same type of trauma, know that as we walk(ed) through the Valley of the Shadow of death, we did not die because God was with us.
Your story really hit a spot.....I'm so sorry you had a horrific childhood. Your stunning, your kids ate beautiful and I wish you a happy life forever
🫂 I want to just give you the biggest hug right now. I watch a LOT of these stories & for whatever reason, this one hit harder to me. I am so incredibly sorry you had to go through what you did. I can tell you give the love you wish you had, to your children & that’s so incredibly beautiful to me. YOU* are breaking the cycle, no one else but… * Y O U * mama!! You’re raising your kids to be better & become more than you ever thought for yourself & for that? I applaud you 👏🏽 ♥️ standing ovation over here 🙌🏽
Praying that your next 30-40 years are more peaceful & much more forgiving than your last 40 years 🫶🏽 ✨💞 sending all my love to you & yours.
The system needs todo BETTER 🗣️🗣️
This breaks my heart. No child should have to endure this sort of treatment. I'm so glad my daughter will grow up only knowing of love, safety and happiness. I hope this woman gets the help she needs to heal.
You are a true survivor. I am so sorry for all you experienced. But….you are an amazing human! Keep on moving forward in your life journey. ❤
I’m so sorry you been through all this horrible things man I hate this for you
Wow, I don't know what to say. Like me you've been through too much. I've grown stronger with time, and can see you've grown into a beautiful human. All the best for your future.
I'm so sorry. Sent prayers and lots of love your way❤
Thank you for sharing your life with us, who are strangers. I am so sorry this happened to you. You are so beautiful. I am not finished, and my heart aches. I hope you have justice.
Congratulations to you for speaking out!
Very very sorry for what people did to you. Hope you will recover from all those atrocities. 🙏💖
You are so smart. I’m sorry what you went through.
It is so disappointing that other adults who witness the childs abuse won't intervene, especially when there are multiple adults around 😢 husband, foster moms friend, in this case 😐 Sending love and healing to this extraordinary woman 💕
You are so worthy of love, I’m so sorry for all the hurt you had to endure. We hear you and you’re important.❤️
I am so sorry. This is why our family became a foster family. This breaks my heart for you.
I’m so sorry. You were seriously abused, physical, mental, emotional and spiritual abuse. I’m glad you made it through. Thank you for sharing your story.
Heartbreaking 💔 truly wish I could have saved and loved you! You are so worthy🙏✝️❗️
You are so well spoken and articulate! Such a bright mind❣️
oh so stealing is a sin but abusing children is ok...ill never understand these ppl...smh
Yup just like religious people will stay married to a pedo but they’ll call out gay people “because the bible” 🙄🙄🙄
Your special... Your needed.... The fact you came out being this amazing shows your and God strength
Hearing this made me physically ill. God bless you...❤
Wow, even the first therapist rejected her. I’m so sorry. I hope that there is some glimmer of hope ❤️
There are some evil people in this world. I hate that she had to endure such horrible abuse as a child
This woman deserves the world I really pray her and her son lead a happy life and she heels 🧡
I truly am very sorry for all you went through in your life. I think you are very very well spoken and rose above so much trauma. You’re actually very inspiring.
I want you to know you are amazing! You are loved please keep going you are such an inspiration we need to know your story! You have made it out stay strong
It’s ok how you feel any one would but we need you here your kids need you
😢😢 Sweet beautiful little girl, I’m so sorry, and I’m giving you the biggest loving hug.
Thank you for sharing your experiences…. And so many of us have been touched by your story….
Bless this woman's heart and life, I've never heard of anyone so strong that held the light of love in their heart through all the evils she went through. Blessed Be ♡ to you and your family
Thank you for your testimony
Thank you for sharing your heart breaking story ❤️ its amazing, that you survived all that. Just awful, cruel people one after another 😢 I was thinking you should write a book and then in the end you actually mentioned you have done it! 😊👍 God bless you and your family.
I know you don’t need a hug from a total random internet stranger but I’m sending it anyway. It’s a warm hug like the kind you get when you’re introduced to someone new but a little bit awkward at first cuz my hug went a little too long but then u realize it’s a hug and prayer simultaneously and I just want you to know that you are Gods child and you are truly loved. And that you’re blessing so many others including your very own children by just existing - and sharing your story is even more astounding. So many hurt people out there do not realize they are worthy of love and CAN heal. Please continue sharing your story and your taken for writing and blessing. I’m sorry for the long message but I just felt compelled to send you this word of encouragement. I wish I could protect all the children of the world.. keep them safe. Show them they are loved and special. And while I can’t save them all people like you can help us shed light on the issues and make fundamental changes with cps and foster system so that other children can be kept safe. Keep sharing your stories. Let us know how we can further support your mission. and may God bless you.
Sophia, i listened to your story yesterday and i was in tears. I wanted to comment so i just looked through my history to find your story again. What a powerful testimony thank you for having the courage to share your story. I can hear the pain in your voice but just know you sharing your story will bring deeper levels of healing and bring healing to others. I am foster parent and have 4 adopted daughters. We had closed our license years ago but then my adopted daughter's kids, my grandchildren came into foster care so we got relicensed. We never had biological children but God had other plans. Also to hear that a great deal of your abuse came through supposed Christian people how disgusting! My grandkids mother who i adopted when she is 14 had so much hurt and also came from a broken adoption due to sexual stuff. She came to us at 14 and now i have her sons. She had so much trauma she never dealt with and now her kids are in the system. We tried our very hardest to get her help but she left at 18. I would love to order your book for her, if it is still available to order. We are in Michigan too Grand Rapids area. I wish you well as you continue on your healing journey. God bless you and thank you for sharing ❤
I'm outraged this beautiful woman was shipped around like an item. You are safe now. Dios ella Dolores es in ella heart😔
So wonderful that she is in her sound mind and can talk about her issues in a healthy way. I pray her life is filled with peace, love and longevity.
❤❤❤❤ you're loved!
I related to her on so many things she said. Especially about memory loss and only being able to remember the bad times because that's all you've been conditioned to expect from people.
God bless her on her journey to self-love.
OMG this is making me clean up our extra room to help a child. This is crazy. I’m so very sorry for your suffering.
God bless you. You got this !! I’m very sorry for what you went through. But you are teaching your children perseverance.