‘Just stay’: Amarillo 17 year old dreams of finding stability, support through adoption

AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) – At 17, Alissa is already planning a life many teenagers dream of — college, a career, and someday, a family.

Right now, she’s still in the foster system, and what she wants most isn’t a scholarship or a job — it’s a place to truly belong.

“I like playing volleyball. I’m not very good at it, but I do enjoy it. I like going for walks and listening to music. I like messing around with flowers, like building bouquets and planting flowers and stuff,” Alissa said…

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