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.
Join me as we travel together on the road called "Aging." I will be sharing my personal experiences with you and offer ideas on how we can better navigate the complex byways of our older years. Grief, healing, generations, ancestors, and more.
Sherlyn Powell opens up about her love and devotion to her family and the overwhelming repercussion when communication breaks down. Heartbroken and distraught she learns to release her prayer and realize with faith God would reunite her family.
