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I probably have one of the most horrendous stories about adoption you've ever heard. I was initially abandoned in a junkyard in San Antonio Texas; found and taken the Mexican Orphanage. Adopted after a brief stay; to a family who physically, mentally and sexually abused me. I was taken to a juvenile detention facility in Houston for almost a year. Then to Coastal Bend Youth City, and classified as a Ward of the State. I was forced to work at hard labor; forced to eat food contaminated with insect excrement; beaten daily; never allowed to go to school. I was one of only four Caucasian kids at this facility, and subjected to constant discrimination. I was never given any medical or dental treatment; or psychiatric evaluations. I was never taught any life skills there, and when I left there, I ended up homeless. After getting back on my feet, I successfully petitioned the Texas Youth Commission to close Youth City; which happened in late 2002. Were my human and civil rights violated while I was a Ward of the State? Most definitely. If you're going to be an orphan or a foster child...pick another state besides Texas. For self-therapy, write a book. Mine is called "Can They Here Me Crying?" What options do a person like me have regarding restitution from the State?
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I probably have one of the most horrendous stories about adoption you've ever heard. I was initially abandoned in a junkyard in San Antonio Texas; found and taken the Mexican Orphanage. Adopted after a brief stay; to a family who physically, mentally and sexually abused me. I was taken to a juvenile detention facility in Houston for almost a year. Then to Coastal Bend Youth City, and classified as a Ward of the State. I was forced to work at hard labor; forced to eat food contaminated with insect excrement; beaten daily; never allowed to go to school. I was one of only four Caucasian kids at this facility, and subjected to constant discrimination. I was never given any medical or dental treatment; or psychiatric evaluations. I was never taught any life skills there, and when I left there, I ended up homeless. After getting back on my feet, I successfully petitioned the Texas Youth Commission to close Youth City; which happened in late 2002. Were my human and civil rights violated while I was a Ward of the State? Most definitely. If you're going to be an orphan or a foster child...pick another state besides Texas. For self-therapy, write a book. Mine is called "Can They Here Me Crying?" What options do a person like me have regarding restitution from the State?
Folks, in addition to my original post; I should point out that since I never received any education while I was a ward of the state; I have my husband (a doctor) write for me. I should point out that I am learning, and getting better. I even co-authored my book "Can They Hear Me Crying?" (c). I also wanted to include that during my time as a ward of the state; I was being sexually molested and assaulted by the Kleberg County Judge in Kingsville Texas. People like us can fix the system...we just need a little help, and someone to listen. I survived my journey, because God gifted me with beauty; but what happened to me does still sting.
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Your story is an incredible one. How on earth are you walking and talking today? It sounds as though criminal charges should be filed against the state, and your caregivers. I can't tell you what to do, but I would suggest contacting a Civil Rights agency to initiate some kind of case. I wish you the best. I am certain that when you do reach that ripe old age, and pass on; you will definitely go to heaven; because you've already experienced hell here on earth. I saw that your book was listed at the Library of Congress, so congratulations.
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