Goodbye Jean: Pen Names, Breakdowns, and Vet Bills

In this episode of A Foster Kid’s Tale, I take an unexpected detour from my usual format to share some deeply personal reflections. I talk about my recent breakdown, which many of you saw on Instagram, and the emotional moment of finally saying goodbye to Jean—someone I refuse to call "Mom." I also open up about why I chose to use a pen name for my memoir, along with why I renamed everyone, including my abusers. Plus, a quick vent session about sky-high vet bills, because sometimes you just need to get it all off your chest. Tune in for a raw, real conversation about healing, identity, and life's curveballs. Curious to dive deeper into my journey? Grab your copy of Rollercoaster Rides and Resilience: A Foster Kid's Tale and get the full, unfiltered story. Available now wherever books are sold or head to my website to learn more about my mission to raise awareness for Foster Kids everywhere!