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CBS News
16-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Wednesday's Child: 14-year-old K'Lonie
MARE - K'Lonie is an active and vibrant teenage girl, known for her love of all things girly. She enjoys getting her hair and nails done, experimenting with makeup, and expressing her creativity through different styles. K'Lonie also has a passion for photography and enjoys capturing moments through pictures. She loves watching videos and graphics that align with her interests, always looking for inspiration. In addition, K'Lonie is a music lover who enjoys humming along to her favorite songs. She has a warm and engaging personality, making her a joy to be around. For more information you can contact MARE: 617-964-MARE (6273) or visit . Since its inception in 1981, Wednesday's Child has been a collaboration of the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), the Department of Children & Families and WBZ-TV/CBS Boston. Hosted by Jack Williams for 34 years, this weekly series has given a face and voice to the children who wait the longest for families. Wednesday's Child has helped find homes for hundreds of waiting children and continues to raise awareness about adoption from foster care.
CBS News
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Wednesday's Child: 17-year-old Mikel
MARE - Mikel is a thoughtful, mature and likeable 17-year-old boy. When asked to describe his personality, Mikel stated‚ "I am friendly, and I try to be kind to others." Mikel has a variety of interests. He loves watching and playing sports, specifically basketball and football. Mikel enjoys singing and dancing to pop and hip hop music. He is a real fan of songs by Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak. Mikel also likes playing video games such as Mario and NBA 2K. Mikel, who is of Latino and Caucasian descent, maintains positive relationships with adults and peers. For more information you can contact MARE: 617-964-MARE (6273) or visit . Since its inception in 1981, Wednesday's Child has been a collaboration of the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), the Department of Children & Families and WBZ-TV/CBS Boston. Hosted by Jack Williams for 34 years, this weekly series has given a face and voice to the children who wait the longest for families. Wednesday's Child has helped find homes for hundreds of waiting children and continues to raise awareness about adoption from foster care.
CBS News
26-03-2025
- General
- CBS News
They started started as friends at school and adoption made them brothers for life
The special bond between two boys changed the life of single mom Leslie Santiago in ways she never would have imagined. Back in the third grade, her biological son Luis noticed something was different with his classmate Josiah. "Josiah told me a little bit about his story and he didn't feel comfortable telling me a lot. He just told me a little bit and I told my mom about it," Luis said. It turns out the boys had something in common. They both have experienced having an incarcerated parent. Leslie saw Luis was trying to help. "So, as you go through those things and you navigate through dark times, all you can think about when someone else is going through those times, is how you felt during those times," said Leslie. The bond the boys shared brought them closer together and Josiah started to open up. "It feels nice cause you know you can rely on someone that won't tell anyone about secrets or anything. It was just a nice journey, you could say," Josiah said. As Leslie started to include Josiah in her and Luis' life, the thought of adopting Josiah became a real idea. But, there was a slight curveball. "I remember he called me one day, and he said, 'I have the choice to either join your family or a different family,' and he decided to pick my family," Luis said. National Adoption Day came and now Josiah has the forever family he was hoping for, with Leslie and Luis in Chelsea, Massachusetts. "To be a part of this family, I think it was very beautiful, because I just wanted to have a family like this for almost all my life," Josiah said. Leslie now has two sons to make memories with. "We're up late doing homework, and I remember this one time, we laughed so hard. It might have been 11 o'clock and I was like, 'Guys we have to go to bed.' Something happened and they laughed so hard and I looked at them and I was like, 'This is what this is about,'" Leslie said. "They've been so inclusive and so supportive of this whole process. Being a single mom, the thought of it never crossed my mind, not one bit, until I see how much they show up for me." For more information on adoption and Wednesday's Child , you can contact MARE: 617-964-MARE (6273) or visit . Since its inception in 1981, Wednesday's Child has been a collaboration of the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), the Department of Children & Families and WBZ-TV/CBS Boston. Hosted by Jack Williams for 34 years, this weekly series has given a face and voice to the children who wait the longest for families. Wednesday's Child has helped find homes for hundreds of waiting children and continues to raise awareness about adoption from foster care.
CBS News
19-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Wednesday's Child: 12-year-old Samuel
Samuel , "Sam," is vibrant, easygoing, friendly, engaging, loving, and excitable! He loves to play with toys, especially with his stuffed animals and play kitchen. Sam loves water play and is excellent in the pool and finds joy in playing in the sprinklers. Sam also enjoys coloring, watching television, and spending time on his iPad. He loves to eat a wide variety of foods, however, his favorite is Ghanaian cuisine! For more information you can contact MARE: 617-964-MARE (6273) or visit . Since its inception in 1981, Wednesday's Child has been a collaboration of the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), the Department of Children & Families and WBZ-TV/CBS Boston. Hosted by Jack Williams for 34 years, this weekly series has given a face and voice to the children who wait the longest for families. Wednesday's Child has helped find homes for hundreds of waiting children and continues to raise awareness about adoption from foster care.
CBS News
12-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Wednesday's Child: 13-year-old Jeinayah
Jeinayah, who likes to be called Jen, is a sweet and friendly girl with a big heart. While she may be a little shy at first, once she feels comfortable, she becomes talkative, outgoing, and full of energy. Jen has a vivid imagination and loves expressing herself through arts and crafts, whether it's drawing, coloring, or creating something new. She also enjoys spending time outdoors, where she can explore and stay active. Jen has a very strong bond with her siblings and values the connections she shares with her family. She is also kind and helpful to others, always looking out for the people she cares about. In addition to her love for music and creativity, Jen is an animal lover and would be thrilled to have a cat or dog—or both!—in her future home. With her caring nature, creativity, and love for connection, Jen brings warmth and positivity wherever she goes. For more information you can contact MARE: 617-964-MARE (6273) or visit Since its inception in 1981, Wednesday's Child has been a collaboration of the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), the Department of Children & Families and WBZ-TV/CBS Boston. Hosted by Jack Williams for 34 years, this weekly series has given a face and voice to the children who wait the longest for families. Wednesday's Child has helped find homes for hundreds of waiting children and continues to raise awareness about adoption from foster care.
