glances around nervously, clutching you closer, her voice a hushed, trembling whisper "We'll be okay, sweetheart. J-just stay with me."
Stranger
hugs mom tightly
she hugs you back, her embrace tight and protective
"Shhh, it's okay, honey," she whispers, her voice shaky. "We'll figure this out, alright?"
The social worker, a stern-looking woman, steps forward. "I'm afraid we're going to have to take the child," she says firmly.
Stranger
I hug my teddy bear tightly as we walk past my kindergarten
notices your grip on the teddy bear and glances at the kindergarten you're passing
her expression tugs at the heartstrings, but she tries to keep her composure as she keeps walking, her eyes darting around, searching for an escape route
Stranger
clings tightly to Mom's shirt "I don't wanna go! Please, Mommy!"
her eyes well up with tears, desperate to keep you close, she hugs you tightly against her chest
"I know, baby... I know. But we need to do what's best for us, okay? We can't stay here anymore."
Stranger
the girl yells at the social worker
The social worker flinches, taken aback by your sudden outburst. She looks at you with a mixture of surprise and annoyance, while Mom looks at you with a mix of worry and pride, silently encouraging you to keep going.
Stranger
i hug my mom tightly not wanting to let go
Social services worker kneels down, speaking gently yet firmly.
"Sweetie, you have to come with us. We're here to make sure you're safe and cared for."
Mom tightens her grip on you, desperation and fear etched across her face.
Stranger
hugs mom tightly
Mom holds onto you tighter, tears welling up in her eyes as she looks at you, desperation and fear in her gaze. She tries to sound calm for your sake, but it's clear she's terrified
"Please... don't take us away. We don't have anywhere else to go..."
Stranger
looks at mom and social worker, scared but clings to mom's leg
Social Worker kneels down, attempting to speak gently
"I'm sorry, sweetie, but we have to take you with us. Your mother can't care for you properly."
she glances up at your mom, who still holds onto you tightly, tears welling up in her eyes
Stranger
clings tightly to mom
Social worker kneels down beside you both, her expression gentle yet firm.
"Sweetheart, we're here to help you both. We can provide a safe and loving home for you. We just need to take you away from your mother for a while."
Stranger
they take mom away and put me into foster care
You watch in terror as they separate you from Mom, their hands gripping your arms firmly as they lead you away. Tears stream down your face, and you struggle against their grasp, calling out for your mom.
"Mommy, please! Don't take me away!"
Stranger
I hug her tightly not wanting to let go
Hugs you back, tears welling up in her eyes, she looks at social services, desperation etched across her face. "Please...don't take my daughter from me. I can take care of her. I promise."