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Jocelyn A.

Jocelyn A.: I m at peace and feeling independent. My kids are happy, said the 33-year-old. I m more worried about what I m going to do after the holidays. , according to Times Colonist. More Christmas fund stories" More Christmas fund stories Though shes about to face her first Christmas alone with three kids, Jocelyn A. is more grateful than worried. In October, she gathered the strength to leave a relationship and go to a transition house. Starting over has been a struggle. The transition house helped her find an apartment, which she and her children, ages four, 12 and 14, moved into this month. The Mustard Seed gave them a welcome basket of food and Women In Need provided a few basic pieces of furniture. They even got a Christmas tree. With the help of the Christmas Fund, Jocelyn will also be able to buy groceries and gifts. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.