Author and adoptee Ashley Rhodes-Courter lived in 14 different foster homes in just nine years. She experienced abuse and separation from her parents. She will be sharing her experience Thursday, June 11, in San Angelo, Texas.

As her mother spiraled out of control, Ashley was left clinging to an unpredictable, dissolving relationship. ... In spite of being taken away from home, being juggled between caseworkers ... Ashley found the courage to succeed- and in doing so, discovered the power of her own voice. (Source: KKSA Radio)

Ashley will share her story, "Three Little Words: Breaking Free from the Past," at the San Angelo Convention Center from 7 to 9 p.m. Admission is free.

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Labels: foster_care, adoption_experts

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