Adopted 21 years ago, Wednesday's Child sisters utilize their life experiences to aid others in similar situations
In 1999, Raegina Anderson and Demaria Joyner, two sisters, were featured on Wednesday's Child, a programme aimed at finding homes for children who wait the longest for families. Fast forward 21 years, and the sisters, now adults, are making a significant impact in their community.
Their adoptive parents, Amy Bradshaw and Christopher Winston, have played a crucial role in their journey. Winston expressed his joy about creating a fertile environment for Anderson and Joyner to grow and prosper, while Bradshaw emphasised the importance of education, stating it is the key to success.
Raegina Anderson, the founder and current leader of the non-profit organisation they established, shared her gratitude for being adopted with her sister. She noted that it was the greatest thing for her because she felt supported. Demaria Joyner echoed this sentiment, emphasising the emotional aspect and understanding of what other youth are going through.
The non-profit, which provides resources, education, job access, and overall support to people ages 18 to 27, is a testament to their drive from their past experiences rather than monetary factors. Anderson and Joyner have expressed overall joy and gratefulness for their current situation and the turn of events.
Demaria Joyner also expressed her excitement about family, stating, "Family isn't just blood. Being able to call somebody 'family' and call my mom and dad, 'mom and dad,'" she said.
Levan Reid, a reporter for WBZ This Morning and a veteran sports reporter for WBZ-TV, recently reported on the sisters' success. Jack Williams, the host of Wednesday's Child for 34 years, also sent a message to Raegina Anderson and Demaria Joyner congratulating them on their success. Raegina Anderson was pleased to hear Jack's voice after 21 years and noted that he looks great and sounds the same.
For more information on adoption, contact MARE at 617-964-MARE (6273) or visit www.mareinc.org. Wednesday's Child, a collaboration between MARE, the Department of Children & Families, and WBZ-TV, has been helping find homes for children who wait the longest for families since 1981. The sisters' experiences are now being used to give back to their community, inspiring others and demonstrating the transformative power of adoption.
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