This is a heartfelt, wrenching and deeply inspirational book for anyone who has ever suffered abuse or known someone who has.
"A Plain Brown Wren" is a true story about a child growing up in a household of terror from alcoholics, drug addictions and a aunt who had her postituting at age 12. She was sexually, verbally, emotionally and physically abused by many who were all adults and no one intervened on her behave. -- Rev. Hilda Thomasine Wren.
"The story is told as a series of flashback events and is open and honest about the survivor's experiences of childhood sexual abuse. The book provides first person insight and allows the reader to experience the journey. Overall, one walks away with a sense of appreciation for the struggle and is in awe of how an individual can overcome and thrive after so many adversities."-- Mabilia Reyes
Excerpt
My life as a prostitute
My first john was a congressman, and I was 13-years old. Johns are customers. I didn't know at the time he was a congressman. He had an apartment in the Washington suburbs. I took a cab to the apartment and was greeted at the door by the doorman. When I arrived at the congressman's apartment, this very handsome man opened the door and asked me to be seated. He offered me a drink and a cigarette and I refused. He talked about everything under the sun. I had always been able to make people think I understood everything they were saying, but I usually I didn't understand jack. He showed me his bedroom, and I undressed and got into his bed. He took full control of the situation from then on. When it was all over he paid me $150.00, plus cab fare. I got to keep $75.00, and my aunt got the other half. I never saw him again. I was a small tender treat to him that one time.
Sepsis knocked her down and out. Faith, hope, and gave her the strength to get back on her feet. I am a Runner She fought the river of death They said she'd never run again
She proved them wrong...
After a long awaited weekend visitation caused by false allegations of sexual abuse, Glen got to see his children for the first time in over two months. He promised them that they would never be apart again and then they disappeared.
A passionate and poignant memoir written by a woman whose life has been guided by the words: "I am here to learn how to love well." The book is a deep examination of relationships, family, motivation, and honoring of the Self.
