I was a child of a raging, angry, alcoholic. I was a plaything of a broken man. Small torments framed my days only to be overshadowed by the largest, most painful betrayal at night.

I swore I would never be like him. I was so unprepared for life In so many ways. I was blind to what all this chaos would set off into my life. I was unprepared for just how clueless I was. I am a recovering addict who now relies on cannabis for sleep terrors and ptsd. I am a survivor of some serious childhood trauma. I am a college graduate. I am divorced and remarried. I was an addict who at one time experienced homelessness.

The silver lining is now I am all and none of these things and more. Im thriving with the love of a wonderful husband and 2 kids who work with me to try better every day. Most days are not easy but it’s possible to move forward and heal. ❤️