My Year Abroad

Cameron Waska grew up in rural Alaska with his mother. During his thirteenth birthday, a tragedy occurred that left him orphaned. Being a tight-knit community an elder took him in, but CPS had other plans.

Against his will, Cameron was taken from his hometown and put into the foster system. This took him all over the country for he couldn't stay in one place for long. The reason was Cameron's unusual demeanor and cold expression led to no family wanting him.

The final family Cameron encountered wanted him for the extra money they received monthly. Knowing they were foul people Cameron worked hard in school and got a job as soon as possible. After a month of hiding wages from his stepparents, he went to court and filed for emancipation.

This offered some relief but left Cameron in a difficult situation. He had to stay in his current city and maintain his school life to keep his emancipation. With two days left till his 18th birthday, Cameron is ready to start his life.