Thank you! I felt so proud writing that part because I know how different I pictured my life back then and how miserable I would've been had I lived exactly how I thought I would!
This was so beautiful. My 18 year-old self was in the very early stages of healing from SA, a process which took over a decade of pain, failures, adventure, and ultimately healing.
Our life is nothing like we thought it would be. It looks so different from her plans, but is better in so many ways. She gets to cosplay as a suburban mom and entrepreneur, which lets her sneak into spaces where she can make change from the inside.
This is so well written & compelling, thank you for posting this
Thank you for reading!!
Ohhh, I love the cliffhanger in there & I felt that..”I’ve lived it” moment in this ♥️
Thank you! I felt so proud writing that part because I know how different I pictured my life back then and how miserable I would've been had I lived exactly how I thought I would!
This was so beautiful. My 18 year-old self was in the very early stages of healing from SA, a process which took over a decade of pain, failures, adventure, and ultimately healing.
Our life is nothing like we thought it would be. It looks so different from her plans, but is better in so many ways. She gets to cosplay as a suburban mom and entrepreneur, which lets her sneak into spaces where she can make change from the inside.
I love this!! If only we could really go back and give ourselves the messages we really needed at that time.
Such a thoughtful read. Will there be a Part 2? I’m really curious about where that deeper convo is headed!
Oooh I hadn’t thought about it but maybe!
Younger me would be shocked by a few things, too. I love the tenderness in this.
Thank you A!
I love this. What a great experiment. I'm happy to hear that you are in a good place and feeling supported. Maybe I'll get there too when I grow up.
Thank you Karen, and you will.. you will!!
Stunning. We def. need a part 2!
Thank you Shani! I guess I need to get to writing, huh?
Yes, please and thank you!