Building Bridges For Youth (BBFY)

“Well, I did something that was fun and different. When I was at the BBFY farm, the animals were very kind and the adults believed in me. A patient teacher taught me Power Point. It was fun. So I guess I felt strong inside and I was able to get up in front of many people and did my Power Point presentation. It surprised my family who thought I could not do it.“

“The first day at the BBFY farm, I did something wrong. I felt bad, but it was like I could not control what I did. Well, there was this sharing circle in the Art studio, where the six of us sat. One of the kids had made a Talking Stick and the rule was the only one who could speak was the one holding the Talking Stick. When my turn came, I held the stick and I said that I was sorry for the mistake I made. They forgave me and that was so special. Then I was able to make good changes.“

“I went to the BBFY farm with a few other girls. We became friends. I was afraid to get up on the horse. I felt shaky and afraid inside. It took me three days and then I did it, because the horse was patient and kind. I started to feel safe. My friends were so happy for me. That made me happy and I felt strong inside.“