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Bounced around from one foster home to another for most of her childhood, Glenda Plemmons Smathers had experiences—both good and bad—that many people would never think possible. Foster children form a growing population in this country, yet most of us are unaware of the difficult lives they live. Until she was twelve years old, Glenda moved from one house to another, sometimes across town, sometimes just down the street. The families she lived with gave her a roof over her head and food to eat, and every so often a moment of happiness—like the fun she had stomping on grapes to make wine on a family’s farm. Life in a foster home is not without its challenges, however. Some families forced Glenda to work long hours outside; she was repeatedly abused, both physically and sexually; and getting an education was impossible. Her mother, Vivian, was never out of her life for long, and Vivian’s story wove its way into Glenda’s even as Glenda was moving in and out of foster homes. The challenges of her life have led Glenda on a journey in which faith and prayer became the source of her strength and, ultimately, her joy. Glenda’s story is proof that no matter what the circumstances, we can always rise up and move on, and create the life we always wanted. As her favorite quote goes If it’s meant to be, it’s up to me.