Your heartfelt poem resonates deeply, reaching out with the raw emotions of a parent’s love and concern. Your words paint a vivid portrait of the fear and profound love that accompany the journey of parenting, especially during the toughest of times.

I hear the echoes of your anguish, the silent cries of a soul teetering on the edge of despair.…read more

Hello Ricardo,
I can really relate to your words as a mother of 2 grown children. Those days when they were little and they were with me 24/7 were wonderful!

Shelley

Hi Ricardo,
Your daughter sounds beautiful. I know you treasure her.
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Shelley

awww this is so incredibly sweet. I hope having your son’s back, and seeing all of his wonder, reminds you of your own power and greatness. Don’t let the hardships in life ever weigh down your “branches.” This poem is truly beautiful. your son is lucky to have you. Also, want to share this with @rickwrites — feel like he’d appreciate this piece!

Hello Ricardo,
Your son must be an amazing person. You poem really honors him. Very sweet.

Shelley

Hi Ricardo,
Your son sounds wonderful as well.

Shelley

Aww this is so sweet. I am sure no matter how old her gets, he will always bring so much joy and love to your life.

Hello Cn,
What a sweet tribute to your baby. Enjoy this wonderful journey with your child. Every moment is precious.

Shelley

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

Wow. So spot on its a relief to read and know that others have felt the same emotions and asked the same questions as myself. Thank you for posting this.

Hello JMarie,
This is very powerful. You sound like you have worked hard to make the best of a difficult situation. Stay strong and continue to be the great paren you are.

Shelley

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

Hello M,
You made a great sacrifice to give your son happiness. I am sure he appreciates what you did for him. I am sure he is a wonderful young man.

Shelley

This is so beautiful at the same time so sad. I can feel the love and pain through this message so deeply, because I have a daughter to who I had wished growing up wouldn’t do the same to me, as we were so close and only had each other; and Thank God she didn’t. We had our ups and downs, but most was up and still is today. But I now have a…read more

Motherhood is so hard. I have a daughter myself she’s still so little but that doesn’t keep me from thinking that I’m not doing enough. I don’t want her and I to have the same relationship as I did with my mother but the thought of that happening still haunts me. God will prevail he always does. Gods speed. <3

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

Hello Ashley,
I am sure your child will come around and one day bring you the happiness you deserve.

Shelley

Aww this is so sweet. I am not a parents but I do agree with you that while so much is trial and error, the one thing all children need – without question – is love. That’s what all people need! Love heals and empowers. Love is always home. You sound like a wonderful and thoughtful mother. <3 Lauren

I’m a mother of 3 under the age of 3 and this speaks volumes. Parenting is the toughest and most rewarding thing I’ve ever experienced. From long nights of a toddler that just won’t sleep to a newborn who’s always hungry. Being a parent is mentally and physically exhausting but it’s all worth it when you sit back and reflect on all of their ach…read more

Love your story, and you’re right, buckle up for the ride, and a ride it will be, but in the long run, a ride well worth it. I wrote a poem once called, “I loved you from the moment I saw you”, and that’s exactly how it is and all the moments and times you don’t think you will handle it, you find a way. You really can’t help yourself, you’re…read more

I’m so sorry that you lost your daughter Rashan. I’m sure that must have been very hard for you. Sometimes in life we go through a lot of suffering wondering why things happen. I’m glad you were able to learn from your regrets and build yourself up for the future. We aren’t perfect but we learn from our past.

Awww Rashan, I am sending you the absolute biggest hug. You need to forgive yourself. When people experience trauma like that it’s so hard for us to process that sometimes we don’t always deal with it in the best way possible, but it’s our brains just trying to protect ourselves from the immense pain. You clearly have a big and kind heart. So, be…read more

I’m so sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine what that must have been like for you. God sends us signs when we need it most. I’m so glad that you have learned from your past experiences as far as being there for the ones you love goes. Losing someone you love brings great grief but loving and supporting those affected brings great healing. Gods speed.