Coming to America

Elena talks about the recent second hurricane that hit Florida and visiting local shops in support and an event that occurred that created a compound effect, how one action by someone can create additional actions of others. The compound effect works in how people parent their kids and the impacts and day-to-day activities beyond adoption. 

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Elena talks about how dreams can change as we change and grow as people. Elena also goes over her speeches at schools inspiring kids to pursue their dreams 

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Elena talks about what she dreamed of doing and becoming vs where she is now. 

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Elena talks about recent Hurricane that went through the United States but how her life's circumstances helps deal with unsettling times like preparing for chaotic times such as a hurricane 

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Elena talks about nearly being involved with a car accident that could have turned deadly and how it helped her reflect on life. 

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Elena talks about adoption and foster homes and how adults get to create a checklist for what kid they want but kids don't. And how parents select kids without challenges so their parent life can be easier. 

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Elena talks about people stating that she should be grateful for being adopted. She discusses the assumption adoption is always a good thing but putting perspective that not every adoption is a better situation. 

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Elena talks about the typical family tree assignment kids do when younger. The assignment is hard for kids who don't know their family history and can trigger memories and hard conversations for families. 

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Elena talks about a question she gets from people, "how much did you cost?" when finding out she's adopted. 

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Elena talks about the letter she wrote to her adoptive mom to help rebuild their broken relationship. 

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