Another truly beautiful message from you - thank you! You're loading me up with lots of love and warmth today, such a blessing! Yes, it was very heavy to process as a child - and even into adulthood my brother continued to enjoy hurting others. He is in spirit now; I trust he's learned a few things in the eight years he's been there. Or perhaps not. It's his journey, not mine but I am grateful for all I learned as a result of us both being adopted into the same home.

It would have been so lovely not to have experienced the pain of my childhood but my path was meant to be as it was, I suppose.

Oh, to have been seen and heart and protected...but then, I wouldn't have had my own healing journey that has allowed me to assist others with theirs. And I am truly grateful to have had that opportunity.

And I wouldn't likely be here having these conversations with you. I wouldn't be connected with you and I'm so thankful that I am! Sending love and a big hug to you, too, and thank you so much for yours!