Heritage is an influential part of Karlie’s upbringing identifying as Norwegian/ German on her mother’s side. Not knowing her father’s side of the family has been an adjustment and one she continues to struggle with despite her attempts in rectify. Grandparents provide a foundation and example offering Karlie an ability to ground herself throughout life. With her mother going through three divorced and not knowing her father having additional family support it important in identifying values and appropriate interaction.
While living in a single parent household Karlie saw firsthand the struggles and became a sound board for many adults as the oldest child in the household. It can be noted that listening has become second nature for Karlie.
While living in a single parent household Karlie saw firsthand the struggles and became a sound board for many adults as the oldest child in the household. It can be noted that listening has become second nature for Karlie.