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The Boy on My Doorstep: Nora’s Unplanned Journey into Motherhood

The Boy on My Doorstep: Nora’s Unplanned Journey into Motherhood

One rainy night, my neighbor left her son, Eric, on my porch and vanished from our lives. At 65, reflecting on how that moment led me to foster dozens of children, I realize how love can grow from the most surprising places. My story is about unexpected family, resilience, and the power of saying yes when life asks you to.

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Saying Goodbye to My Second Mother: A Final Thank You

Saying Goodbye to My Second Mother: A Final Thank You

I lost my mother when I was young, but I found a second family in Ms. Linda, the kind-hearted neighbor who took me in when I moved to New York. As I grapple with her passing, I reflect on the profound impact she had on my life, and how her love helped me survive the loneliness and chaos of city life. Now, I’m left to say goodbye and wonder how I’ll carry her wisdom forward.