Meet Annie
Annie Christy grew up in an idyllic Southern California neighborhood known as “bungalow heaven.” The eldest of six siblings, she had what appeared to be a perfect childhood--ballet, piano lessons, family outings, and lots of friends.
Her mother stayed at home to raise the children while her father worked to sustain the family. Her extended family included a strong grandmother, who not only designed, but made outfits for the energetic young child.
Life was perfect until about the age of eight years-old when Annie’s world began to unravel.
Her mother became addicted to barbiturates and her father lost his job. Annie was thrust into a new role. She became her mother’s caretaker and a parent to her brothers and sisters. Even worse, her father began to prey upon his daughters. She remembers him repeatedly coming into her bedroom in the middle of the night. "I would pull the sheets over my face hoping he'd go away."
The children were eventually removed from the home and placed into the foster care system. Annie found refuge in an orphanage where she thrived as a cheerleader and lover of the arts. She went on to earn a Bachelors in English and a Master’s in Psychology at Mount St Mary’s University.
Her unique and troubling experiences as a child led her to pursue the degree in Psychology. She also developed a passion for helping abused children and victims of domestic violence and advocated for them in various positions and also while employed at the District Attorney’s Office.
Her experience at the orphanage taught her not to be ashamed of her circumstances. It also taught her that everyone goes through different things and not to be embarrassed to ask for help. It taught her self-reliance. This is a much needed critical skill for surviving in today’s complex world.
She eventually married, started a business, and donated her time to charities. She is grateful for the opportunities she has had in her life developing a deep passion for giving back.
She’s a pragmatic person who wants all people to have the opportunity to improve their lives--job opportunities, less taxation, and less onerous regulations.
Annie wants to apply her can-do attitude to contribute to Cape Elizabeth and the great State of Maine which she calls home.
Annie’s grit and determination and the help of many led to her success. She also knows that the foster care system of the government also provided much needed support. She believes in that safety net but also believes that such programs should not be life-long and the norm. “Working and personal relationships give meaning to our lives.”
Annie cares deeply about what happens here and wants to do everything in her power to help others just as she was helped as a child.
Meet Annie
Annie Christy grew up in an idyllic Southern California neighborhood known as “bungalow heaven.” The eldest of six siblings, she had what appeared to be a perfect childhood--ballet, piano lessons, family outings, and lots of friends.
Her mother stayed at home to raise the children while her father worked to sustain the family. Her extended family included a strong grandmother, who not only designed, but made outfits for the energetic young child.
Life was perfect until about the age of eight years-old when Annie’s world began to unravel.
Her mother became addicted to barbiturates and her father lost his job. Annie was thrust into a new role. She became her mother’s caretaker and a parent to her brothers and sisters. Even worse, her father began to prey upon his daughters. She remembers him repeatedly coming into her bedroom in the middle of the night. "I would pull the sheets over my face hoping he'd go away."
The children were eventually removed from the home and placed into the foster care system. Annie found refuge in an orphanage where she thrived as a cheerleader and lover of the arts. She went on to earn a Bachelors in English and a Master’s in Psychology at Mount St Mary’s University.
Her unique and troubling experiences as a child led her to pursue the degree in Psychology. She also developed a passion for helping abused children and victims of domestic violence and advocated for them in various positions and also while employed at the District Attorney’s Office.
Her experience at the orphanage taught her not to be ashamed of her circumstances. It also taught her that everyone goes through different things and not to be embarrassed to ask for help. It taught her self-reliance. This is a much needed critical skill for surviving in today’s complex world.
She eventually married, started a business, and donated her time to charities. She is grateful for the opportunities she has had in her life developing a deep passion for giving back.
She’s a pragmatic person who wants all people to have the opportunity to improve their lives--job opportunities, less taxation, and less onerous regulations.
Annie wants to apply her can-do attitude to contribute to Cape Elizabeth and the great State of Maine which she calls home.
Annie’s grit and determination and the help of many led to her success. She also knows that the foster care system of the government also provided much needed support. She believes in that safety net but also believes that such programs should not be life-long and the norm. “Working and personal relationships give meaning to our lives.”
Annie cares deeply about what happens here and wants to do everything in her power to help others just as she was helped as a child.