Life in America was a whirlwind of new experiences and challenges for fifteen-year-old Zuri and her three-year-old daughter, Lesedi, whose name meant "warrior" in their native language. Zuri marveled at the bustling cities, teeming with people from all walks of life, fascinated by the diversity and endless opportunities. Evelyn's home in a quiet suburb became their sanctuary—a place where Zuri, young motherhood weighing on her, could heal and grow.