Author: L.M. Carleton

  • How I Escaped an Abusive Relationship for Good

    This is a true story of how I escaped an abusive relationship for good.

    I was in my early twenties, and we were always on the run, moving from place to place. Like clockwork, I would find a new apartment every few months, and my husband would get us thrown out.

    He was addicted to Marijuana and spent what little money we had to purchase drugs. He claimed Marijuana calmed his nerves, and when he didn’t have any, he became enraged. The slightest thing made him angry, and I was always the target for releasing his inner rage.

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  • Grieving the Death of a Loved One

    Grieving the death of a loved one is difficult, and the process is different for everyone. Some mourn for extended periods, while others recover from their loss and move forward. And some, like myself, build emotional walls to block the painful feelings altogether.

    No matter your circumstances.

    The Lord knows the pain you’re going through. He understands the inner turmoil and knows what’s troubling you. He grasps as each day passes; the pain comes and quickly fades for a moment.

    Your mind becomes filled with reflections from the past. Thoughts bring you joyous moments from a time now passed or sad and troublesome moments on which you dwell.

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  • The Meaning of Unconditional Love

    Erwin and Edith Carleton
    My Parents (Edith and Erwin Carleton) on their Wedding Day

    The meaning of unconditional love is a real story dedicated to the loving memory of Edith M Carleton (photo of our parents on their wedding day).

    I’m at a loss for words tonight.

    My baby sister called in tears to tell me a Secretary who worked at our High School said our Mother passed away five days ago, on July 5, 2015.

    Her memorial service took place on Thursday, July 9, 2015.

    No one in our family informed us of her passing.

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