Three More Words
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| Rating | : | 4.41 (693 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B06WW7WB8Q |
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| Number of Pages | : | 239 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-05-08 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Whether she's overcoming self-image issues, responding to calls asking for her to run for Senate, or dealing with continuing drama from her biological family, Ashley Rhodes-Courter never fails to impress or inspire with her authentic voice and uplifting message of hope.. Marriage, which began with a beautiful wedding on a boat that was almost hijacked (literally) by some biological family members. Ashley Rhodes-Courter spent a harrowing nine years of her life in 14 different foster homes. Now Ashley reveals the nuances of life after foster care: college and its assorted hijinks, including meeting "the one". Having kids - from fostering children and the heartbreak of watching them return to destructive environments, to the miraculous joy of blending biological and adopted offspring. Her memoir, Three Little Words, captivated audiences everywhere and went on to become a New York Times best seller
"Outstanding story about foster care in the US" according to Amazon Customer. Excellent book. I read the first book, Three Little Words, and it truly resonated with me. As a CASA volunteer, it broke my heart while making me more determined to help children. This book completes the story. Ashley Rhodes-Courter writes with honesty and with her passion showing through. She does not sugar coat anything. Everyone should read this book and Three Little Words so they can begin to understand the problems of the foster care system in the US. There are many dedicated people working hard for these children with few resources, but the involvement of all of us is needed.. Three More Words that people need to hear TPA_Gemini This book is a perfect follow on to the author's "Three Little Words" which described her often harrowing life in the Florida foster care system. After being adopted in her teens, Rhodes-Courter goes on to become a high school athlete, graduate from college (and later get a master's degree) and get married, all with the behind-the-scenes support of her loving adoptive family and others. Hers is a success story where many others, including her own brother's, aren't.Having become an advocate for better child-welfare laws, organizations and overall support, Rhodes-Courter ultimately becomes a foster and then adoptive parent. The book details sev. "Ashley and her husband Erick are amazing and full of love for children" according to Lynn egglefield Haag. Ashley and her husband Erick are amazing and full of love for children. I read Three Little Words a few yeas ago and re-read it last year. I was so happy that she wrote Three More Words and I know I'll re-read this as well. Being a mom to our adopted daughter I'm so thankful that there are loving foster parents like Ashley and Erick out there who truly care.