Kristina entered foster care at age three, and really didn't understand why she was separated from her mom. Her mother struggled with mental illness, and was not able to care for Kristina. Her childhood was chaotic and she struggled to complete high school. Kristina is so proud of the fact that she went back as an adult student, completed her high school equivalency program, and is now a senior at Livingstone College majoring in biology. Kristina is hoping to apply to veterinary school and one day work in wildlife management.