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From the perspective of a foster-mom who loves her 2 girls, this breaks my heart, and angers me simultaneously. It's so hard putting in the time and the hugs— trying to manage the misplaced anger and their relationship with each other and missing their parents or dissappointment when their parents don't show up for visits, but you'll never be a "real mom." It's so hard answering questions about their parents without throwing shade. It's so hard being the one who's there for them day in and day out but not being mommy. My mom didn't love me more than her next drink, which killed her when I was 12 and now I'll never have a mother-daughter relationship because my kids will always cling to the idea of the mom who couldn't give up drugs to be with them. Listening to this I hope to gain some perspective on how to at least make their lives somewhat comfortable and give them hope for the bright future they deserve..Read full review »
"Fill-in mom" via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/26/19
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Powerful, authentic account of how the system targets people of color and destroys lives and generations. The vulnerability demonstrated by Natasha is inspirational. I learned so much through her story. Thank you!
DC from St Louis via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/05/21
Really powerful and compelling content, thank you for sharing! However I only rated it a 3 star because the execution or the story might have benefitted from being more streamline. There are often little pauses or jumps that pull me out of your story.
mmredz via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 11/25/19
So well done. I binge-listened to the whole podcast in an afternoon. The subject matter was incredibly heavy and I found myself reduced to tears several times. Natasha, you are a smart and wise woman. You articulate yourself so well. I admire your ability to rise above the hand you were dealt....Read full review »
natasha1130 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 11/24/19
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