August 2010 Face of a Foster Care Graduate – Armond DeGasperis
August 1, 2010
Our August feature comes to us from Michigan. Over the last two years, we have had the honor of sharing some truly inspirational former foster care alumni with you. Our August feature marks the first time we have had a minor share the details of an experience in foster care. Welcome Armond, he is 13 years old and has just published his first book and his mom shared that he did it almost completely on his own (99% of the work by himself).
Name: Armond DeGasperis
State: Michigan
Occupation: Middle School Student and Author
Website: http://theendisthebeginning.book.tripod.com/
Book: The End is the Beginning
In His Own Words
What makes my book “The end is the beginning” unique is- The fact I am 13 years old. I wrote it, have the capability to self publish and now market it completely on my own. When I first began to write my book people asked me, ”what is your main goal?” I said, to write a book of hope from a teenager’s point of view. To write something that is not filled with technical jargon. I believe my reader friendly style of writing makes my book something that people want to read. My predominate aim was to realize my own potential, develop my abilities and prove my capability. This book truly helped explain “ME” to “MYSELF”.
About His Book
Michigan, July 23, 2010 – New book by 13-year-old author tells the story of extreme child abuse and survival. Armond DeGasperis speaks up to protect other children from the horrors of childhood trauma and abuse.
An innocent child, the product of two completely self-destructive people, born into a life of abuse and total dysfunction. Meet the 13-year-old survivor of excruciating pain and total victimization. This book is a symbolic release of accumulated weight carried from a painful past. In coming forward, the hope is to derive something positive from something so painful for the author. Reaching out- beyond oneself as nothing more than a survivor to help raise awareness for all abused and neglected children.
About the Author
Armond DeGasperis went through what was said to be one of the most dreadful cases of abuse. Armond is the 13-year-old survivor of the darkest, most disturbing violations and experiences imaginable. Take a chilling look into his early childhood that was filled with sadness, nightmares and terror. Sense his unforgettable shame, feel the excruciating pain given by one’s own parents. These repulsive crimes are so hideous that at times they may throw you off guard. Witness first hand the effects abuse and neglect have on a child’s mind, body, and spirit. Armond’s compelling, passionately honest tale will shock you. Now imagine, overcoming all those odds and learning to forgive and embrace that past. You will be inspired by his harrowing true story of survival – The End is the Beginning.
He is a 13 year old teen on a mission to provide hope to others. He is currently enrolled in the seventh Grade at Middle School North. He specializes in compelling stories that are easy to read and understand.
He is based in Chesterfield Michigan where he lives with his Mom, Dad, Sister, Brother and a pack of four unruly dogs.
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8 Responses to “August 2010 Face of a Foster Care Graduate – Armond DeGasperis”
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this “young man” is truly amazing. Armond i don’t know you but i am very proud of you
Armond
you are a remarkable boy and we feel bless to have you in our family and I am honored to call you my Son
oxoxox
I love you <3
Mom & Dad
Armond,
You are an angel sent from Heaven above to be a voice for so many children who need you. It is no doubt a heavy burden to carry but with forgiveness and the loving family you now call your own, you can do it. In fact, you can do anything you want in life because you are strong.
I too, had to become an adult at an early age. My story is the June 2009 featured story on this website.
All I can say is, try not to grow up too fast….learn to enjoy being a child and do all those things so many children today cannot do.
I would love to speak to your parents about you possible becoming a spokesperson for children. Please have them contact me at: email@childrenwithoutavoiceusa.org
http://www.ChildrenWithoutaVoiceUSA.org
Love Always,
Lin
Very proud of you.!
Wow 13! You are truly amazing! what an inspirational story! Continue to keep a positive attitude and have the forgiving heart that you have! You will touch and inspire the lives of many! Good luck in your journey as an author and remember have fun! God bless
Armond,
I am so impressed with how you are willing to use your life experiences to give hope to others. What a mature mission! It’s my honor to know you!
Mrs. Makarewicz
Armond,
You are truly an amazing person!!! Continue to stay strong! Your story will help so many others and give them the hope they need!
I am proud of you and the courage it took to share your story.
Mrs. Alwardt
I am impressed with your strength and eloquence at such a young age. I was in foster care 20 years ago, I know that seems like a long time ago to you, but not to me. Even though you had some bad experiences in life I am sure you will be a fantastic adult.