Former foster family plays big part on her wedding day

Deena (not her real name) says that apart from shaping her character, her foster parents also helped her to recognise her blind spots – such as being easily influenced by others – and taught her financial management. PHOTO: COURTESY OF DEENA
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SINGAPORE - Despite moving out of her foster parents' home in October 2017, Deena (not her real name) still visits them at least once a month to catch up.

When her foster mum cooks her favourite food, she would drop a text to Deena inviting her over.

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