Hi Lauren. Thank you for taking time to share your thoughts. This is a really personal piece of mine. I am so glad I am coming out of my shell and being vulnerable to share my story and how I have overcome. I am so glad to be growing with the unsealed! <3
Tonight was phenomenal! Thanks again for sharing your story. Inspired me so much I just submitted a writing piece of my own. You are doing a great thing and none of it was in vain! I pray that I will have the same success story to share of overcoming and being able to also encourage, inspire, and empower others. You may enjoy the writing piece I…read more
This made me cry and I can truly relate to struggling with a teenage child, feeling like a failure, and waiting for Gods promises to turn things around. Thank you for speaking the truths about parenting. I think it is so important to know that we are not alone. Everyone always tells me it wont always be this way. In my heart I know this is true,…read more
Michelle, this letter to your son really touched me. I am so overwhelmed by your vulnerability and courage. The sacrifices we make for our children can be the most difficult. I too understand what it is to make the toughest decision of your life due to being in a toxic relationship. I pray that one day you will have the opportunity to meet your…read more
Michelle this is so beautifully crafted. Thank you for sharing this with others. The dichotomy of a broken bond or blessing is one that others can relate to you have been in your shoes. The lengths some parents will go for their children to keep them safe is unimaginable, yet very real. I hope one day your son is able to read this and understand…read more
I absolutely love this. I felt like I was reading some of my life story too. You did it! You made it! We both did and that is something to be proud of. I am glad you took a chance on yourself, really its the only one that counts! Great job on this piece! I wish you all the best.
Thank you, I appreciate it!I wasn’t sure where this was going to go when I started it, I ended up crying when I read it back to myself lol. I’m glad you could relate to parts of my letter and that you seem to be doing what is making you happy as well! <3
I wasn’t so fond of you in your teenage years. In fact, I rather not recall the million and one traumas. It was a tough space for a long time. Years of disappointment, loss, and instability. So, if it’s alright with you I rather take a slightly different approach. As I prepared to write this letter to you, I decided I wan…read more
Awww, as a fellow Daddy’s girl I totally love this piece. My dad is so proud of me as well, and always has been. I lean on that in so many moments. It sounds like your dad and aunt are wonderful people who care about you very much. As we get older, I feel like we appreciate the unconditional love we have received through the years so much more. I…read more
Lauren!!! I love this line “I don’t know exactly where my life is headed, but I do know how I got where I am right now. And that is by personally and professionally following my heart.” It’s exactly the space I’m in where life can be so mysterious. While that can be unsettling there is hope in knowing that by following our dreams and what we l…read more
“Mommy,” you hear the child screaming for you as they continue to bang on the door. On the other side, the tears continue falling as you pray asking God for strength. Secretly, you hope they will eventually give up, but they don’t. Their crying only gets louder than yours. “Pull it together” you tell yourself as you look in the mirror, splash wa…read more
Aww this is so powerful. I don’t have children, but I know it is not easy to be a parent. I know I wasn’t the easiest child. While there is a lot I don’t know, I do believe all healing and all happiness begins and ends with love. Love your child, and love yourself, and I think more good will follow. Thank you for sharing this very real and honest…read more
Thank you so much! Knowing that my journey to healing can help others is extremely inspiring. I look forward to growing with you all. Again, thank you so much for your feedback.
Thank you so much for your kind words, but most importantly for providing me with a safe place to share who I am. This has been incredible and creative way for me to continue in my search for self. Thank you!