Carol, I think what you are doing is very important and overlooked work. It's especially when you there is minimal support. But you are strong, smart, capable and most of all you have heart, remember these during those dark hours when you feel like it's hopeless. You shall prevail!
It sucks that they have to deal with bullies and they don't understand that bullying stems from fear and insecurity. I hope another kid will stand up for them sometimes a kind gesture from a peer can make a world of difference.
What I learned as an immigrant is to hold on to my roots and culture, never forget where I'm from because ultimately that is MY identity. I think that trying to throw away ones culture to assimilate can cause more issues. Instead just embrace the new culture while holding to the the old. I'd admit I did not get the whole "freedom" thing and I came from a developed rich country lol took me years to appreciate and grasp the flaws and greatness of America. The kids need to learn that it's not perfect and that is fine. America is not utopia and that is fine. Life dealt them an awful hand but they are tough and adaptable. They need a support group like battered women support group because they need to get those feelings out.

As for Christmas we are are celebrating it with friends, I'm making a small Christmas meal and taking it to her house, she is a first time mom to a 4 month old and her family is in Holland, so this is nice for all of us.
I'm making a goose (so effing expensive! But good! When I'm homestead I'm so raising geese!) creamed corn (Arturo's favorite side dish) crispy Brussels sprouts, and pretzel buns ( nothing like a fresh baked pretzel) , Nanaimo bars for my friend (the husband) who is Canadian,
And berry turnovers because Arturo requested it and I just happen to have extra puff pastry from the last batch I made. I'm looking forward to Eating lol

Good advice, Carol! I've already imagined hugging some relatives (would actually hug them but they're not huggers) when the barbs get thrown my way!
Heron that sounds like an amazing spread! And berry turnovers to top it off...yumm!
Right back atcha HJ! Merry Christmas everyone!

Quick Turn Around today. Back to work this morning. Doing Donuts and Coffee this morning on the Dementia Ward while I take down Christmas Decorations. Lot of Admin catchup this afternoon.