My baby boy in heaven
This blog post is about my first born son Dean Scott La Combe. The image below is not the real him because I was never able to get any pictures of him.
A woman reclaiming her voice
Welcome to a safe haven dedicated to healing from childhood and adult abuse. You are not alone, and your story matters.
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Finding strength through shared experiences
This space was created to document the real, unfiltered journey of recovering from trauma. For years, silence felt like the only option, but speaking out is where true freedom begins. By sharing the raw moments, milestones, and daily realities of healing, this blog aims to break the stigma surrounding abuse.
If you are currently suffering or navigating your own path toward recovery, know that there is help available and a community ready to support you. Together, we can reclaim our power, rebuild our lives, and remind one another that recovery is not just possible—it is achievable.
Latest posts and insights
Read recent updates, personal essays, and reflections on trauma recovery, emotional wellness, and self-discovery.
A little background about me
My name is Julie. I am 46 years old. I have CPTSD, depression, anxiety, and other medical health issues. My abuse started when I was 4 years old and continued until I was 16 years old by the woman who raised me. I say the woman who raised not because I refuse to call her my mother, but because I recently did a DNA thing through heritage.com and learned that I do not have any heritage linking me to her. Though my dad insists that she is my biological mom the DNA does not lie. So, after so many years asking myself why my own mom would have strangers come into my room at night to SA me so, she could get paid now I am asking WHO AM I REALLY.
You do not have to walk this path alone
Whether you need immediate support, thoughtful reading materials, or answers to common questions about trauma recovery, resources are available to help you take the next step safely.
