A Letter to My 13-year-old Self
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A Letter to My 13-year-old Self

as I embark on the task of telling my story in the form of a memoir, I wrote a letter to my younger self, Charlie. Charlie is the nickname given to me in the 7th grade. For some reason, I felt she needed reassurance that she is safe. Writing the letter eased my anxiety about starting the memoir and allowed me to voice my fears about the project.

Imagination-Light in the Darkness
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Imagination-Light in the Darkness

Imagination brings thoughts to life. Imagination can transform a life event into a readable story that points to redemption.

Can You Hear Me, Now?
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Can You Hear Me, Now?

Can You Hear Me Now? Several years ago, the phrase “Can you hear me now?” became a popular slogan for a major cell phone company. Paul, the spokesperson, was shown walking around with his cell phone to his ear, asking the question, “can you hear me now?” He said the phrase repeatedly in the 30-60…

It is Well with My Soul
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It is Well with My Soul

Although my tormentors inflicted unspeakable acts of violence, sexual and emotional abuse upon me as a child, they could not destroy my soul. Each time that I cried out to Jesus, I felt His presence. Sometimes I did not completely understand that it was Him, but I felt Him. I “knew” He was there.