Esther and her sister Selina were abandoned by their mother. They were living with their father and stepmother. Esther was physically abused by her stepmother, who was charged with abuse and is serving a prison sentence. Her father is also in jail for drunk and disorderly behavior. They were placed in Rhema Children's Home where they are well cared for and able to go to school. Esther enjoys helping others and she wants to be a stylist when she grows up.