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$204
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A car seat and stroller combo for Eli to bring home his baby from the hospital
Posted Jan 30, 2025
Eli stands at the threshold of a new chapter in his life, filled with both excitement and apprehension. As a single father, he’s about to bring his precious newborn home from the hospital, but he faces this journey without the support of family or friends. It’s a profound moment—one that promises sleepless nights and immeasurable joy. With a heart full of hope and nerves, Eli knows he must ensure every detail is perfect for his baby's arrival. The first and most critical item on his list? A car seat—a symbol of safety and security. He envisions the moment he'll buckle his baby in, hearing their soft coos and breathing in the scent of new life. But right now, it feels daunting. With a tight budget and no one to lean on, he searches for the resources to secure this essential item, knowing it’s just the beginning of a long, beautiful, and sometimes overwhelming journey as a father. Eli’s determination to provide a loving and safe environment for his child is so important; he is ready to learn, grow, and embrace every moment, no matter how challenging it may be.
Eli is 18 years old and lives in MO
Eli is a young, soon-to-be father in foster care. He was adopted once and then returned to the state, where he has been moved from foster home to foster home. He recently was able to rent his own apartment through his hard work and dedication to his drive for independence. He has had a lot of traumas when it comes to being in foster care but has overcome everything he has been through. Eli has asked to remain in care so he will have assistance with his education and employment journey. Eli excelled in high school and graduated in 2024. He likes to work in construction and works seasonally with a crew in the town where he lives. He wants to work on a business degree and someday start his own building company. Eli's interests have always been basketball and chess. He believes they each complement the other as strategy is what fuels them. When he isn't working, he can be found at the community center playing ball with other youth.
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MO DSS Children's Division - Shannon County requests this wish for Eli.
One Simple Wish posts the wish to the website.
Awesome Human grants the wish for Eli! Thanks Awesome Human.
"Dear Eli, God bless you as you start your journey as a father. Your baby is so lucky to have you. Remember that babies do not need many things. They just need you to be there for them. They just need someone to be bigger, stronger, wiser, and kind, so they can feel safe. I know you can be that person for your baby, even though it might feel scary right now. Just take it one day at a time. If you get too stressed, just put them down in the crib and take a five minute break. That helped me a lot. "
One Simple Wish sends the gift to the MO DSS Children's Division - Shannon County for Eli.