“I know betrayal can unravel a man. I learned early on from watching my parents that men are capable of doing terrible things to women when they feel deceived. When the bubble of trust and honesty bursts, nothing is off-limits.” LiesBetrayalDeceptionDomestic Violence Book:Second House from the Corner Source: Second House from the Corner
“And you have no idea what surviving has cost me. My bruises might not look like yours but they are there.” EmotionalEmpathyResilienceWoundsPsychologicalHidden Pain Book:Yellow Wife Source: Yellow Wife
“Her serenity journal was in her purse and she rummaged through until she found it. On the front page she had taped sentences to restore her in moments like this. You are capable of living this new healthy life. Don’t torture yourself because you’ve made a mistake. Forgive yourself. Love yourself. You are enough.” Self EsteemSelf HelpSelf LoveAffirmations Book:And Then There Was Me Source: And Then There Was Me
“Preston doesn't do well with trouble. But that's why I'm here. That's why my name is Mommy.” MotherhoodMothersSuperheroMommy Book:Second House from the Corner Source: Second House from the Corner
“Gran...I just want to say thank you for everything. I didn't realize how much you sacrificed.” “Children never do. Good Lord made it that way.” SacrificeCaregivers Book:Second House from the Corner Source: Second House from the Corner
“You've already elevated this family. Just by being you.” Trying Too Hard Book:Second House from the Corner Source: Second House from the Corner