You know I woke up, it’s 2 am here by the way and couldn’t sleep so I opened Substack and this popped up. In 2006 I became a RN and in 2007 while 8 months pregnant with my son I witnessed the death of a patient that was the to this day, the saddest and most horrific ending of a life that I’ve ever seen. I didn’t sleep for weeks, thought about it for years and if I wanted to I could close my eyes right now and still hear the scream of the young woman’s mother when she heard via phone that her daughter died.
I read this with a full body chill and you know why. ❤️❤️
I have a gift and so do you my friend. We commented on each other’s story one night at the exact same moment for a reason. You recognized it instantly and said so, but I was so excited to know my work resonated somehow with this beautiful magician and storyteller.
Sending you so much love to you Charlotte and your family.
Thank you my friend. I’m so glad the energy of the universe and creator brought us together here on Substack. I love serendipity. There are no Cowinkydinkys! My heart goes out to you having that profound experience in 2007. While giving life to your son, you watched a patient you cared for move from this life to the next. I’ve never given birth, but I understand it’s incredibly painful. It’s funny how that works both ways. When you come into this life and when you pass from this life to the next.
When I read your work and it resonated with me and I commented I was so excited to feel a healing effect come over me. Right God finally peel the skin off an old wound.
Thank you Kristin my friend, have an amazing day. 🥰🥰🥰
You too my friend, thank you and by the way you don’t have to be a mother to understand, you’re a sister and a daughter. Just like I’ve never lost a brother or husband in the way you have. We all simply comprehend love. That’s the energy of the universe 💛💛
Oh and PS, I love to bake. It relaxes me because it’s a science and the process is methodical. It’s the complete opposite of my unpredictable job and I spend many of my days off baking cookies and muffins. 🤔
I love to bake too, but don’t often do so because there is just two of us. 😍😋
You will love The Purple Peach here on Substack Who writes an amazing publication about intentions when we shop for food, cook and eat. She has changed the way I think about food.
My dear friend….although you are definitely strong enough and courageous enough to walk alone, I can assure you that as long as we have breath left in our bodies, we will always walk by your side! Your kind and gentle spirit lights the way thru any dark path. You are truly a magical representative for resilience and positivity. ♥️♥️♥️
Sending you and Nelson so much love Karen! Thank you both for being two of the most authentic friends anyone coukd have. I’m truly blessed! I’ll be in Vegas in October. We’d love to see you guys! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
When we walk through the fire we come out on the other side singed but tougher. I used to think some people were so lucky to have what I perceived as an easy life but now I’ve seen those people unfortunately crumble when one small thing doesn’t go their way. I used to regret my past hardships but I’ve learned to look at them much differently in recent weeks and now I see their value, even though they were terrible at the time.
So true Alison, I love the allegory. Thank you! It’s like a infinite fire you can’t completely extinguish, but you can keep the flame low. 🔥 Hardships are tough, but we build endurance and character from them which is a gift in itself. Have an amazing weekend my friend 🥰🥰🥰
Sorry about what you went through in 2008-9, shoot didn't know you went through that, seems like 2008-9 was a terrible time for everyone. Am glad you're in a better place now Charlotte!
Interestingly, the last few days I have ran into several different sub stack authors who had terrible 2008 and 2009s. The stars must’ve been awkwardly aligned! Lol! Have an amazing weekend Brothers! 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
My brother and I had the worst 2008-9 imaginable, lost our jobs, our Dad, and our house (I was 17), and our mother lost her court-case with her ex (she really loved him and he screwed her over legally/business wise, so she had to start over). On top of that, we lost 1-2 dogs at that time.
Hated 2008-9. 2024 oddly has been worst, but we’re working to make lemon-pie out of it.
Charlotte, what a wonderful essay and sage advice to heed. Walking alone is difficult at times, but rewarding too, because it jump-starts a self-discovery process and transforms us. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much @Jayshree Gururaj I am so glad my essay resonated with you. I think every oath has its rocks, dips and dangerous curves in the road. Getting past all that is difficult, but the smoothness following those challenges is our gift. Have a beautiful weekend!✨🤗💖
I remind my children that it's not an adventure until its over and you have survived. Usually there is a lot of suckiness to be endured.
Often the crucible of life tests our mettle and forges us. We do the things that we do to prepare for these events, as in some form or fashion, they are unavoidable.
My 12yr old daughter just confirmed my message from beside me.
We couldn’t grow if we are left in a cocoon. That’s not freedom, that’s jail. We all have to take risks in life and seek some adventure. Along the way we learn lessons and sometimes they are difficult ones.
I am thrilled Shanghaimoon, this piece resonated with you. Enjoy a gorgeous weekend! ✨🥰✨🥰✨ 🌙
This is beautiful Charlotte, thanks very much for writing this, It has never, ever been my desire to walk alone, but circumstances conspired to render this as my reality. I am helped beyond measure by the most beautiful little cat and the love of distant friends. When I am feeling better, I truly appreciate the freedom of walking alone and the lack of pressure in this kind of path. Thanks again,
Thank you so much @Jacqueline Conway I’m thrilled it resonates with you. When we learn to walk alone, our independence is a strength we gain when facing problems. Sometimes our family and friends walk with us, but sometimes our own inner strength is the only thing moving us forward. Bless you! ✨💖🤗
This is stunning, Charlotte. Our Compass points to the dark and the light, the right and the wrong in our lives; the apex of each is a direction, a place we have been...
I have revisited the darkest times, immersing myself in song and sorrow; I have turned towards my wrong, looking with honesty at my own actions and the consequences of each - but each time, I always made sure I could find my way back to my True North...
The Dark and Wrong is a part of our lives, as much a the Light and Right; but w cannot linger there - we must decide which direction we will continue to follow.
Beautiful @R. H. Snow and brilliant! Through my fsith in the Biblle, I've learned God’s grace of forgiveness. I feel so guilty when I've wronged another person. it's often hard to forgive myself, and it's God’s word that guides me back to my true north. Back on that narrow and straight highway.
I appreciate you so much and am blessed by your lovely words. Stay beautiful! ✨💖🤗
Thank you @Dee Rambeau i appreciate you taking space out of your day to read and comment on my post. I’m happy my words resonate with you! Stay amazing! ✨🤗💖
Charlotte, I love the idea of the compass, and finding your true north, focusing on it and propelling yourself to your destination. This was so heartfelt and thoughtful and full of good advice. Thank you.
Thank you, @Jenn for reading and sharing my post! I felt back then I'd lost my compass and focus. It was a surprise to me atvtge time, because my life had been stable for most my life, so those big challenges coming one after another, totally messed with my compass. You have to work hard to get that back.
I think such tumult would mess with any compass; but righting yourself is a magnificent feat of strength and willpower. Thank you kindly for the warm well wishes! Bless you and I hope you have beautiful weekend!
The only person responsible for your own happiness… is you. I refuse to be a victim of the adversity I have faced in my early life. The years of abuse I endured as a kid as horrible as it was, are part of my fabric. I can’t celebrate my success in life without acknowledging and accepting tbe tragedy as well. It is called balance.
Beautifully stated @MRT’s Haircut I’m sorry that you experienced abuse, and I happy you found your star. No kid should suffer abuse. 😔 Sending you much empathy and love. ✨💜🙏🤗
Beautiful words of encouragement Charlotte. A magic compass. I love this! ❤️
Thank you so very much Trudi! I always appreciate your support. I hope you have an amazing weekend!✨💖✨
You too! ✨🥰
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You know I woke up, it’s 2 am here by the way and couldn’t sleep so I opened Substack and this popped up. In 2006 I became a RN and in 2007 while 8 months pregnant with my son I witnessed the death of a patient that was the to this day, the saddest and most horrific ending of a life that I’ve ever seen. I didn’t sleep for weeks, thought about it for years and if I wanted to I could close my eyes right now and still hear the scream of the young woman’s mother when she heard via phone that her daughter died.
I read this with a full body chill and you know why. ❤️❤️
I have a gift and so do you my friend. We commented on each other’s story one night at the exact same moment for a reason. You recognized it instantly and said so, but I was so excited to know my work resonated somehow with this beautiful magician and storyteller.
Sending you so much love to you Charlotte and your family.
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Thank you my friend. I’m so glad the energy of the universe and creator brought us together here on Substack. I love serendipity. There are no Cowinkydinkys! My heart goes out to you having that profound experience in 2007. While giving life to your son, you watched a patient you cared for move from this life to the next. I’ve never given birth, but I understand it’s incredibly painful. It’s funny how that works both ways. When you come into this life and when you pass from this life to the next.
When I read your work and it resonated with me and I commented I was so excited to feel a healing effect come over me. Right God finally peel the skin off an old wound.
Thank you Kristin my friend, have an amazing day. 🥰🥰🥰
You too my friend, thank you and by the way you don’t have to be a mother to understand, you’re a sister and a daughter. Just like I’ve never lost a brother or husband in the way you have. We all simply comprehend love. That’s the energy of the universe 💛💛
Beautiful, thank you ✨🤗✨💜
Oh and PS, I love to bake. It relaxes me because it’s a science and the process is methodical. It’s the complete opposite of my unpredictable job and I spend many of my days off baking cookies and muffins. 🤔
I love to bake too, but don’t often do so because there is just two of us. 😍😋
You will love The Purple Peach here on Substack Who writes an amazing publication about intentions when we shop for food, cook and eat. She has changed the way I think about food.
https://substack.com/@purplepeaches
My dear friend….although you are definitely strong enough and courageous enough to walk alone, I can assure you that as long as we have breath left in our bodies, we will always walk by your side! Your kind and gentle spirit lights the way thru any dark path. You are truly a magical representative for resilience and positivity. ♥️♥️♥️
Sending you and Nelson so much love Karen! Thank you both for being two of the most authentic friends anyone coukd have. I’m truly blessed! I’ll be in Vegas in October. We’d love to see you guys! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
When we walk through the fire we come out on the other side singed but tougher. I used to think some people were so lucky to have what I perceived as an easy life but now I’ve seen those people unfortunately crumble when one small thing doesn’t go their way. I used to regret my past hardships but I’ve learned to look at them much differently in recent weeks and now I see their value, even though they were terrible at the time.
So true Alison, I love the allegory. Thank you! It’s like a infinite fire you can’t completely extinguish, but you can keep the flame low. 🔥 Hardships are tough, but we build endurance and character from them which is a gift in itself. Have an amazing weekend my friend 🥰🥰🥰
Sorry about what you went through in 2008-9, shoot didn't know you went through that, seems like 2008-9 was a terrible time for everyone. Am glad you're in a better place now Charlotte!
Interestingly, the last few days I have ran into several different sub stack authors who had terrible 2008 and 2009s. The stars must’ve been awkwardly aligned! Lol! Have an amazing weekend Brothers! 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Merci, appreciate it! You as well!
@Stone Bryson Mentioned he had a tough 2008 and nine as well. ✨💖✨
Yeouch, poor guy
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My brother and I had the worst 2008-9 imaginable, lost our jobs, our Dad, and our house (I was 17), and our mother lost her court-case with her ex (she really loved him and he screwed her over legally/business wise, so she had to start over). On top of that, we lost 1-2 dogs at that time.
Hated 2008-9. 2024 oddly has been worst, but we’re working to make lemon-pie out of it.
Charlotte, what a wonderful essay and sage advice to heed. Walking alone is difficult at times, but rewarding too, because it jump-starts a self-discovery process and transforms us. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much @Jayshree Gururaj I am so glad my essay resonated with you. I think every oath has its rocks, dips and dangerous curves in the road. Getting past all that is difficult, but the smoothness following those challenges is our gift. Have a beautiful weekend!✨🤗💖
Thanks, Charlotte, and you too!
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I remind my children that it's not an adventure until its over and you have survived. Usually there is a lot of suckiness to be endured.
Often the crucible of life tests our mettle and forges us. We do the things that we do to prepare for these events, as in some form or fashion, they are unavoidable.
My 12yr old daughter just confirmed my message from beside me.
We couldn’t grow if we are left in a cocoon. That’s not freedom, that’s jail. We all have to take risks in life and seek some adventure. Along the way we learn lessons and sometimes they are difficult ones.
I am thrilled Shanghaimoon, this piece resonated with you. Enjoy a gorgeous weekend! ✨🥰✨🥰✨ 🌙
Beautifully said, my friend.
Thank you so much my magical friend! Stay gorgeous and happy! ✨🥰❤️
thanks🙏🙏🙏
Thank you Mr Ma! Sending you much love!🥰🥰🥰
This is beautiful Charlotte, thanks very much for writing this, It has never, ever been my desire to walk alone, but circumstances conspired to render this as my reality. I am helped beyond measure by the most beautiful little cat and the love of distant friends. When I am feeling better, I truly appreciate the freedom of walking alone and the lack of pressure in this kind of path. Thanks again,
Thank you so much @Jacqueline Conway I’m thrilled it resonates with you. When we learn to walk alone, our independence is a strength we gain when facing problems. Sometimes our family and friends walk with us, but sometimes our own inner strength is the only thing moving us forward. Bless you! ✨💖🤗
This is stunning, Charlotte. Our Compass points to the dark and the light, the right and the wrong in our lives; the apex of each is a direction, a place we have been...
I have revisited the darkest times, immersing myself in song and sorrow; I have turned towards my wrong, looking with honesty at my own actions and the consequences of each - but each time, I always made sure I could find my way back to my True North...
The Dark and Wrong is a part of our lives, as much a the Light and Right; but w cannot linger there - we must decide which direction we will continue to follow.
Beautiful @R. H. Snow and brilliant! Through my fsith in the Biblle, I've learned God’s grace of forgiveness. I feel so guilty when I've wronged another person. it's often hard to forgive myself, and it's God’s word that guides me back to my true north. Back on that narrow and straight highway.
I appreciate you so much and am blessed by your lovely words. Stay beautiful! ✨💖🤗
Love this Charlotte. Wise words born of your own experience and having moved through it. The best kind of wisdom. 🙏❤️
Thank you @Dee Rambeau i appreciate you taking space out of your day to read and comment on my post. I’m happy my words resonate with you! Stay amazing! ✨🤗💖
.. sweetness .. 🦎🏴☠️
Sending you a big hug @Thomas D’Arcy O’Donnell Thank you! ✨🤗💖
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Thank you honey! ♥️♥️♥️
Charlotte, I love the idea of the compass, and finding your true north, focusing on it and propelling yourself to your destination. This was so heartfelt and thoughtful and full of good advice. Thank you.
Thank you, @Jenn for reading and sharing my post! I felt back then I'd lost my compass and focus. It was a surprise to me atvtge time, because my life had been stable for most my life, so those big challenges coming one after another, totally messed with my compass. You have to work hard to get that back.
Bless you, thank you again! ✨💖🤗
I think such tumult would mess with any compass; but righting yourself is a magnificent feat of strength and willpower. Thank you kindly for the warm well wishes! Bless you and I hope you have beautiful weekend!
It’s taken years, and I’m still a work in progress. I appreciate your lovely warm wishes. ✨💜✨🤗
Me too! Sending you love ❤️
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Profound
Thank you @MRT’s Haircut I greatly appreciate you reading and commenting on my post. And I’m so happy it resonated with you. Have a beautiful day!✨🤗💖
The only person responsible for your own happiness… is you. I refuse to be a victim of the adversity I have faced in my early life. The years of abuse I endured as a kid as horrible as it was, are part of my fabric. I can’t celebrate my success in life without acknowledging and accepting tbe tragedy as well. It is called balance.
Beautifully stated @MRT’s Haircut I’m sorry that you experienced abuse, and I happy you found your star. No kid should suffer abuse. 😔 Sending you much empathy and love. ✨💜🙏🤗
Thank you. Keep on you shiny star.
Bless you! 🤗🤗🤗