Riseabove Stories

This ensemble story explores the families we are born into, the ones we choose, and the courage it takes to stand together through life's trials. In Part I: Stand By Me, Army JAG Lieutenant Kaci Tierney begins a new chapter in San Antonio, navigating military life as an autistic woman while carrying grief from her mother's death. Surrounded by family and chosen loved ones, Kaci and those around her confront old wounds, unexpected love, and what it truly means to let someone stand by you. Her father, Cormac, seeks connection after personal loss; Mick Scavo, estranged from his family, learns loyalty can be chosen; Kellen Tierney adjusts to post-military life; and Valencia Aguilar, Kaci's best friend, begins to reclaim her own strength. In Part II: Standing As One, the story deepens as the characters navigate the challenges of caring for one another and building found family. Bianca Tierney adjusts to life as a new mother while learning to trust again. Gomez Cordero, an Army JAG, takes on guardianship of his nephew and niece while confronting difficult family dynamics. Jesse Holland faces the legacy of early loss, while his mother, Tara Sorenson, discovers that love and new beginnings are possible even after decades of grief. Maren Scavo continues forging a life free from the expectations that once defined her. From learning to stand by one another to ultimately standing as one, these interconnected lives explore grief, healing, love, and loyalty-and the power of chosen family in shaping who we become.

"Bound by duty, silenced by love - a daughter's life unlived."

That's what I am, a lonesome wavelength, a rare one. Frustration, love, and pain, they hit differently, all of it. A soul, that resembles mine, can I find? So that, I can finally have someone, to talk it out, to take it out, all these unnamed emotions. ~~~~~~•~~~~~~~ The stories of rise and fall of everyday in a youngadult's life.

When things get too rough, you always need an escape.

#riseabove challenge Based on real events

Yeah I'm going to fail this

My entry into the #RiseAbove contest hosted by @TELUS. #Riseabove cyber bullying and end it! The world needs to see we are all the same despite our differences.

Entry for Telus Rise Above contest

This is about a true story that happened through my highschool.

Autumn King is proud to be in Hufflepuff. However, after returning to Hogwarts for her fifth year, she finds her loyalty is tested after she is saved from a freak accident in flying class by a gorgeous stranger from Slytherin. Will these two unlikely friends defy the expectations of their houses or will they be torn apart by age-old tradition and habitual expectation?

A short story about overcoming cyberbullying and spreading positivity.

They don't care anyway, so why should I... Julia Alberts has been receiving a ridiculous amount of mean comments on her social media accounts. When it becomes too much to handle, she decides to free herself from her misery. But doesn't succeed.

A Poem About ShowtTime's Protagonist Mars Marietta.

Bullying exists in all forms. Cyber bullying or otherwise. Here is what Shiny did to overcome it.

"In the shadows, the chosen are forged. 'Crowned in Silence' is a declaration of resilience, divine protection, and unstoppable power. For those who doubted, betrayed, or tried to break you-this is your blueprint of triumph. A testament to surviving injustice, heartbreak, and hidden battles, this poem rises like a storm, revealing the crown of strength that was always yours. Stand still. Stand firm. The world is about to witness what was built in secret."

They're polar opposites, but one incident brings them together.

'But You Can Never Break Me' is a fierce declaration of resilience and defiance in the face of adversity. Each verse pulses with strength, reflecting an unyielding spirit that refuses to be crushed by judgment, betrayal, or pain. The poem's rhythmic flow and bold repetition create a sense of unwavering determination - a reminder that no matter the obstacles, the heart that refuses to surrender will always rise. It's a battle cry for those who stand tall against the storm, embracing their scars as symbols of survival.

This poem dives deep into the pain of betrayal and the scars left behind by harsh words. It explores the struggle to heal from emotional wounds while finding strength to rise and keep moving forward at your own pace. A raw and honest reflection on resilience, self-empowerment, and the fight to reclaim your voice.