In the latest episode of The Anna Jinja Show, host Anna Jinja welcomes Malinda Hamm, a passionate advocate for foster care and author of This Is Mine, My Story, My Life. Malinda shares her experiences of juggling life's demands while pursuing her passion for uplifting the voices of those in foster care.

This episode is filled with moving moments as Malinda introduces Helen, a former foster child turned national speaker, advocate, and Congressional Award winner. Helen bravely recounts her journey from a traumatic childhood to a life of empowerment, sharing how she overcame unimaginable challenges.

Through their stories, Malinda and Helen explore how resilience and a commitment to healing can transform lives. They also reflect on the importance of fostering hope for others by guiding children out of trauma and into a brighter future.

Tune in to hear powerful insights, poems, and a message of hope from individuals who are dedicated to making a difference. As Anna Jinja puts it, "We must share our stories to connect, heal, and shine a light on the paths we've walked."

Don't miss this inspiring episode, where passion meets purpose, and trauma turns into triumph.

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Written by Helen Ramaglia For my foster parents

And Then ... God Sent Me You

There was a little girl, so lonely, oh' so blue.

No one there to hold her, or tell her, "I love you." 

There was a little girl, no happiness in sight.

 No one there to run to, full of emptiness inside.

 There was a little girl, alone and full of fright.

 No one there to miss her, or keep her warm at night.

There was a little girl, so lonely, oh' so blue.

The heavens opened up, and then...
 God sent me you.

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