Everyone knows the rules of growing up. Once you're eighteen things become clearer, childhood problems melt away, and you're ready to go out and conquer the world. You're now an adult. You can look your parents in the eye as equals. Officially, you're on your own, and now you'll only look back fondly at what you once were, an immature child still learning about life. Or so you'd think. Jake is a young adult who grew up with the support of his family, especially his mother, Elaine. Though he experienced some rough patches as a child and fitting in was a constant challenge, she's been there for him. But it's time for Jake to "grow up" and for him, that means no longer needing his family. It turns out that life without them is a far greater struggle than he ever imagined. Living independently is hard, but admitting it is even harder. Join this true story of conflict and heart-pounding moments, as both mother and son explore the concept of parenting as a lifelong commitment.

❝I wanted to kiss you, but you told me you don't like the taste of rainbows.❞

"I'll write for what was left within the ashes; for the depth of me when all else is gone." cover drawing by: Carolina Roda

(Named LGBTQ+ Book of the Month 3/17/17 as "Devotion" by Wattpad)

⭐️Wattpad LGBTQ+ Book of the Month - April 2017 Justin Riggs' life has been uprooted. After finding himself the target of his school's vicious bully, his life becomes hell. The bullying, mental and physical, causes him to spiral downwards. He moves towns to live with his sister, hoping that he can put the past behind him. At first unsure, he meets Tracy, the girl next door. She offers to show him around and introduce him to her friends. Soon he finds himself in a position he's never been in before and experiencing things he never thought possible. But can he undergo a re-birth and truly move on from his past? A simple story, "Looking for Heaven" deals with the effects of bullying and the healing powers of friendship and love.

[LGBTQ/Short Story] I caught my bully kissing another guy. For him, this made ME a nasty little problem. --- Made it to #61 in Short Story Featured on the official @LGBTQ profile