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.