CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- This energetic young lady is Mary, age 15. Mary has a bouncy, happy attitude, can be silly at times and is always well liked by others. She likes to play board games, work puzzles and loves sour Skittles. She can be a little shy at first but once she gets to know you, she is very social.

Mary really wants to find a forever family. She would like a family who is active and participates in extracurricular activities. She enjoys swimming, playing games, going places, shopping and going to Chuck E Cheese.

Because of disappointments in her life, Mary needs time to trust others. Mary needs a family who will be nurturing, patient and give her the time to develop a sense of security. Mary receives therapy to help her sort through her past. This will need to continue so she can develop a healthy self-esteem.

Many children in West Virginia are legally eligible to be adopted and are waiting for permanent and loving families. For more information on adoption, contact Mission West Virginia at 866-225-5698 or email ad...@missionwv.org.