"You take my breath away" "You become more beautiful every time I see you." "You are incredible." "Things would work between us. I would do everything I could to make you happy." "I should have grabbed onto you when I had the chance." "I wish you knew how very much I love you." "You looked... Continue Reading →
Finally Free – Part 9 – The Finale (3 words – 2/14/16)
“Beth, your brother is here to see you.” I could hear the voice gently letting me know that I had company. But I was too tired to even open my eyes. They were talking, but I couldn’t make out much more than just the basics about me being shared. Words like “devastating wounds,” “stunning recovery... Continue Reading →
Finally Free – Part 8 (3 words – 2/13/16)
Taking a deep breath I continued. “My dog, Angel, truly was just that. She did all she could to keep me safe from him. It broke my heart when I had to leave her behind. I was so afraid for her. That’s how he was able to get to me. He knew I’d want her... Continue Reading →
Finally Free – Part 7 (3 words – 2/12/16)
The silence in the room was broken only by the sound of the machines beeping away. I looked from one face to the next waiting to see which of them would ask the first question. The nurse had her head down and as best as I could tell, her eyes were closed and her... Continue Reading →
Inside My Heart
If you could sense the emotions inside my heart you'd find confusion, fear, a sense of being overwhelmed, and a strong sense of peace. If you could see what I imagine inside my heart you'd see the walls I've built for protection slowing coming down. I know I'm not an easy person to get to know. I'm... Continue Reading →
Finally Free – Part 6 (3 words – 2/11/16)
I closed my eyes tight and thought of nothing except the air coming into and going out of my lungs. This disassociation I had taught myself had helped me survive for those long, tortuous weeks. I knew it would help me get through these interviews. I continued to breathe slowly and deeply until my heart... Continue Reading →
Finally Free – Part 5 (3 words – 2/10/16)
I wish I could say I slept well and deeply, but my dreams were nonstop and always disturbing. Yet, when I awoke, I couldn’t remember any specifics. But the feelings of being terrified, alone, and brutalized continued to stab the back of my consciousness. I was alone in the room. For that I was beyond... Continue Reading →
Finally Free – Part 4 (3 words – 2/9/16)
“Well hello, sleepy head.” The cheerful voice was a shock to my system. So accustomed I had become to anger and hate-filled words. As I analyzed every inch of the nurse’s features, I felt tension leaving me. “How long have I been here?” “Just overnight so far.” She was busy checking my IV lines and... Continue Reading →
FINALLY FREE – Part 3 (3 WORDS – 2/8/16)
I felt myself falling and jolted awake. My eyes snapped open and focused on the ceiling above me as I tried to catch my breath. The pain in my chest was not as bad as it had felt before, but I knew the sudden move hadn’t helped my healing. The brightness of the room assured... Continue Reading →
Finally Free – Part 2 (3 words – 2/7/16)
A few familiar faces were in the crowd, but I couldn’t find the one I had prayed for, the one that filled my dreams. I slowly let the voices around me seep into my consciousness. At first all I could distinguish was the urgency with which they spoke. I only cared that I was free,... Continue Reading →