We had great faith that with patience, understanding, and education, that my family and I could be helpful in changing their minds and attitudes around. – Ryan White
AIDS can destroy a family if you let it, but luckily for my sister and me, Mom taught us to keep going. Dont give up, be proud of who you are, and never feel sorry for yourself. – Ryan White
Financial hardships were rough on us, even though Mom had a good job at G.M. – Ryan White
I was labeled a troublemaker, my mom an unfit mother, and I was not welcome anywhere. – Ryan White
Im lucky because I have a job I love. I really miss being away from home, being in my own bed, seeing my animals and siblings, having my moms cookies. I have a couple cats. I got a kitten about a year ago and now Im going on the road so I wont see him for a while. I feel bad. – Michelle Branch