"I am not alone in my journey to recovery." Fast facts: ~24 million Americans suffer from eating disorders, every 62 minutes, someone dies of an eating disorder, 40% of Americans have either suffered or have known someone with an eating disorder, 10...
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*New cover update!*
**New chapter update!**
***Updated the summary as well. Feel free to add any suggestions.***
A few years later...
Rachael's finally defeated anorexia said goodbye to her therapist, and now is at Robert's college graduation.
The song, Graduation, by Vitamin C is playing as well as Pomp and Circumstance. Robert is the college's valedictorian, standing proud in front of his family and classmates. Roars from the crowd are so loud that Rachael has to cover her ears, but she's so proud of her boyfriend that she doesn't care.
When it was time for Robert to speak, he got up from his chair and said the following:
"They say that college is the best four years of your life. So, what have I learned in these past four years? I've learned the strength of my Christian faith and my girlfriend, who has been struggling with an eating disorder these past few years. I know, an overshare, but she's the reason why I'm standing before you today. She has suffered a lot, but without the strength of God and Jesus, I would've lost it. I've also learned to be more patient with the Lord. Family, friends, and classmates, I've done my part in school and I'm excited to announce that I'll be getting my Doctorate in Psychology this August at the Holy Trinity University in Kingsville. I hope we can meet each other when our kids are born, maybe even before it during our reunions,*The crowd laughs.* but the important thing is that we stick together after our college years. I hope you all have a bright future. Thank you."
"Go, Robert!" I yelled, clapping as loud as I could. When he came down the steps, he picked me up and twirled me, kissing me. A year ago, I wouldn't've made it this far. Without my faith in God and Jesus, I would've died. I thank Father Jacobs and the Sister that I met. Without them, who knows where I could be?
Life is a big mystery to many people. At times, it can be fun--seeing where you'll end up. Other times, it's hard--like my battle with this eating disorder. But I know that no matter how badly I mess up, or if I ever start withdrawing from eating again, that I will succeed no matter what. With God, Jesus, Robert, Steven, and the rest of my family by my side, leading the way, I can make it through anything.
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A/N-Surprised that I finally updated? I've been busy with 2 Coursera courses--1 on autism & the other on reproduction, doing chores, talking with my boyfriend on video chat, etc. I'm glad I finally got a chance to update.
Lately, I've been feeling down about the whole COVID-19 virus--it has definitely challenged my beliefs (I'm Catholic), not going to Mass every Saturday or Sunday, not seeing my church friends, or seeing my boyfriend from five times a week and once a month to only getting to video chat twice a week. This Virus has been challenging to me--sometimes I want to give up--but I know the Lord will never let that happen. That's why I listen to Catholic hymns every day--whenever I feel stressed, anxious, sad, or irate, I just turn these hymns on and talk to people about my problems. Remember, He is always there for you. He loves you, He will lead you through this difficult time. This mantra has been helping me through this trying time.
I also got my grades from uni! 2 A's & 2 B's! Not what I was hoping for--I was hoping for 3 A's & a B, but, given the circumstances with transitioning from being in in-person classes to online or remote, I'd say I've done very well.
I've also been wondering: how do you get a good cover on Wattpad? I keep on trying & trying & never feel satisfied. Any tips?
I'm really hoping the Virus ends soon! Stay healthy, everyone!
