Rose Deborah Aguirre 'Red,' lived a joyful and meaningful life until things changed in December 2020.
Withered to Blossom captures the pivotal moments of Red's journey-navigating friendship breakups, battles with mental illness, family conflicts, academic pressures, and ultimately, confronting the truth. This story is more than just Red's struggles; it's her perspective, long overshadowed by the judgments of others. For years, she was cast as the villain, silently enduring as her thoughts consumed her. Withered to Blossom seeks to unveil the real challenges she faced, inviting family and those close to her to reconsider her not as the antagonist, but as a person in the process of growth and healing.
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Trigger Warning:
This book contains discussions of sensitive topics, including family conflicts, trauma, mental illness, self-harm, and suicide attempts. Reader discretion is advised, especially for those who may find these subjects triggering or distressing. Please prioritize your mental and emotional well-being.
Date Started: September 5, 2024
Date Finished: September 16, 2024
"Ayokong pakasalan mo ako dahil sa obligasyon mo!" she said.
"Then what do you want?" he said confused.
"I want you to marry me because you love me.." she wiped her own tears. "Yung ako naman.. yung ako lang..."