The Rebirth Of MC- Sneak Peek- A Love Letter To Tina Marie

A Love Letter To Tina Marie
Dear Tina Marie, 
Do you remember the light your Granny Rosie talked about that you have? The light of reason, the light of understanding, the light of kindness, the light of a heart of gold, and the light of unconditional love? Over the years, this light we speak of struggled to stay bright within you because of the people surrounding it. But you, Tina Marie, have shown remarkable resilience, doing the internal work to clear the path for the better so your light would not burn out, your passion would not die, and your purpose would not fade. Yet the journey has had severe roadblocks. 
As a teenager, these roadblocks made you question your purpose and existence. It made you constantly wonder when you will ever be able to live a life that you love without pain, fear, anger, stress, cold, health issues, and resentment. These roadblocks, triggers, and unfortunate life experiences caused you to operate in survival mode for over 30 years. 
Tina Marie, I realize survival mode is not healthy. It keeps one on edge, guarded, and fearing the worst. That's how you navigated as a little girl and throughout life because your heart constantly fought through hurt. Did you know you had a shoebox of HURT? This shoebox is not just a physical container but a metaphor for our emotional baggage. It's filled with pictures of former friends and family who showed what one-sided relationships meant, pictures of former lovers who only wanted you as arm candy or for your pocketbook, photos of places and things that traumatized you, and screenshots of moments of slander from individuals you wouldn't have expected to turn on you. These are not just pictures, Tina Marie; they are the scars of our past and the wounds we carry daily.
As I went through the shoebox, I felt our shared pain. I remember you, the little girl whose creative talents in the written word, visual arts, intellect, and compassion helped you mask the pain, or so you thought. You were the teenager who was a shoulder for everyone to lean on and the adult who gave her last while none of those people were there when you hit rock bottom. I understand, Tina Marie because our experiences are intertwined. I can't imagine how much that must have hurt you; it continued to pull us both. 
Tina Marie, our tears have been intertwined for 30+ years, praying for peace, real people, real love, and better life experiences. Our hearts have been on a quest to find inner forgiveness and have the courage to no longer look back. This courage and forgiveness are not just aspirations, Tina Marie; they are within us, waiting for embracement. I am still protecting you because we have been through the trenches emotionally, mentally, and physically. We can no longer be engulfed in the pain of the past because it paralyzes our present, purpose, and future. 
Tina Marie, we deserve the love, fulfillment, and abundance that we pour and pray into others. It is our time to thrive, shine, be truly happy, and become the best version of Martina. This book is my love letter of transparency and wisdom behind the scenes of our rebirth. It heals us, inspires those reading, and becomes another enlightening road map for our continued rebuilding of the mind, body, life, and soul. Remember, Tina Marie, we are on this journey together, supporting each other every step of the way. 
Your's Truly, MC🌹