Well the universe knew more than I did. And I made it! I still am not sure why. I think my story was less important, or moving, or universal than many others. There was less emotion, pain, and truth in it than the others. *shrug* I am posting it here on my blog, along with the youtube video link, for anyone to read. I will write revised version at some point--the one I wanted to write before, but didn't think people would understand. It will probably be raw and ugly--messy and uncomfortable--but it will be true in a way this one has not completely. It will be the prepackaged version without promotions. Any-whoo. Enjoy!
BTW, those ladies in the show have been some of the best, strongest, most inspiring people I have ever met. They are loving and kind women who refuse to let life dictate to them who they should be, where they can go, and what they can do. I find myself reflecting on one story or another at least once every few weeks. sometimes they make me laugh when I want to cry and other times they give me hope and courage when I have none of my own. They remind me that no matter how tough life gets, you can get through it. *tearing up* Taya told us we would become close, but me being me, I neer believed that--and now we're all sisters. :-) So, I still think my piece didn't deserve to be in that group. But I am thankful that I was privileged enough to meet these women and become a part of their stories and lives.