This heartwarming story really demonstrates the power of our public schools and social networks to help break cycles of poverty, violence, and neglect. Congratulations to all the people in our northern Colorado community for stepping up to help Talyn Baker not only survive, but thrive and make a difference for others. This really is an acknowledgement of the adage, "It takes a village to raise a child." Congratulations, Talyn, for doing the hard work. Keep it up! The journey is the destination. Your girls are counting on you.