Born Without a Blueprint
- Reads 13
- Votes 2
- Parts 1
Ongoing<5 mins
Last published Wed, Mar 12, 2025
A RAW and deeply personal memoir where I unpack the weight of adoption and longing for identity. From childhood struggles with belonging to the moment, she finally meets the woman who gave her life and the siblings she never knew. She explores the complexity of love, loss and what it truly means to be wanted.
A story of survival, self-discovery and healing in progress, this story is a testament to the power of resilience and the search for belonging in a world that never gave easy answers.
All Rights Reserved
#193
generationofmiracles
Join the largest storytelling communityGet personalized story recommendations, save your favourites to your library, and comment and vote to grow your community.
You may also like
Dear Renisha: Turning Trauma Into Triumph
Dear Renisha is filled with the trauma that comes from the betrayal of those who promised to protect and love. It stands proudly among other survivor stories and reminds us why torture will never be treatment. Full of the wisdom that comes from healing after great trauma, Sabrina reminds us why she rightly calls herself a survivor of the troubled teen industry. Thrown into a agonizing existence by the family who adopted her, Sabrina Young recounts 17 years of abuse, torture and mistreatment full of racial slurs and bias because of the color of her skin and her defiance towards the rules of the church they followed. Brazen, brave and strong, Dear Renisha recounts Sabrina's experience within the troubled teen industry through her letters to her sister and her magnificent drawings. Sabrina's thoughts and imagery capture her dignity and beauty against the backdrop of betrayal within the family and church.Complete
Scars and Roots: The Whisper of a Broken Past
She was the girl who carried the weight of the past on her shoulders, who endured pain in silence. Now, she is the woman who carries hope instead of pain. She walks with her head held high, smiles with more light, and moves forward with a strength she never knew she had. YOU ARE NOT YOUR CHILDHOOD TRAUMA You are not the pain you have lived through. You are not the wounds that have scarred you. You are the strength you found to rise again, the light you chose to follow, the future you decided to build. Your story is not just what happened to you, but what you choose to become.
House on fire // my poetry
I wrote this book aiming to capture the conflicting experiences of being a survivor of rape and incest, aiming to capture both the hope and hurting that I feel. In this book I attempt to put words to the senseless.Complete
Loud Silence
This is a collection of poems that i wrote and about my personal experiences. They include aspects of mental health but also about heart break. I promise you my writing might suck at the start but the last few poems are soooo much better. I promise Stay safe. Lots of Love Lizzy
His Love, Her Mystery
"Can we meet?" Yukti asked, her voice barely above a whisper. There was a pause. "Now?" "Yes." "I'll be there in ten minutes." And exactly ten minutes later, her doorbell rang. Yukti took a deep breath before opening the door. "Yukti, what is it?" Yuvraj asked, slightly out of breath, concern flashing in his eyes. She didn't reply, just stepped back and gestured for him to come in. As soon as he did, she closed the door and before he could say anything-she hugged him from behind. Yuvraj froze. "Yukti?" His voice was gentle, but when he heard the small, muffled sob, his entire body tensed. "Yukti..." The sobbing grew louder. Then, she broke. Her grip on him tightened as she cried-really cried. Her sobs echoed in the silent room, her body trembling against his back. Yuvraj felt something sting in his chest. He slowly turned around, and the sight made his heart clench. Yukti's face was stained with tears, her eyes swollen, her lips quivering. "What happened?" Yuvraj whispered, brushing away the tears on her cheeks. Wanna know what the reason was?🤔 Try reading it... you won't regret 🌷🩷
The Weight Of Expectations
In this raw and unflinching memoir, I share my deeply personal struggle to find acceptance and belonging in a society that often seeks to marginalize and shame those who don't fit the mold. With unapologetic honesty, I recount my experiences growing up fat in a thin-obsessed world, navigating the complexities of body image, self-worth, and identity. From the painful sting of bullying and fat-shaming to the liberating power of self-love and acceptance, I take readers on a journey of resilience, self-discovery, and ultimately, triumph. With humor, vulnerability, and fierce determination, I challenge societal norms and confront the harsh realities of living in a body that doesn't conform. This memoir is my story of finding my voice, claiming my space, and learning to love myself in a world that doesn't always love me back. I share my struggles, my fears, and my moments of triumph, in the hopes that my story will inspire others to do the same. *I hold no rights over the Cover*Complete
Not Just Words...
Not Just Words... is more than a collection of poetry...it's a raw, unfiltered journey through the landscapes of mental health, vulnerability, and resilience. Blending powerful verses with personal reflections, this book dives deep into the experiences of depression, anxiety, and the quiet battles we all fight within. For anyone who has ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or broken, these poems serve as a voice when words fail. They are a friend for the moments when life feels too heavy, and a source of hope for those searching for light in the darkness. Through every verse, I confront the shadows that have haunted me and, in doing so, invite you to reflect on your own struggles. The emotions here are real...sometimes painful, sometimes healing, but always genuine. This book isn't just a window into my soul...it's an invitation to face your own inner battles, to feel seen, and maybe even understood. How do you describe what it feels like to be human, to hurt, to heal? Maybe you don't. Maybe the words within these pages will do that for you. Not Just Words... is for anyone seeking connection, comfort, and the reassurance that they're not alone.
Strange as it may seem
A collection of poems and narrative essays about my life including topics of trauma, addiction, healing, and hope.
Divided by love
This is not just a story-it's my story. A real, raw journey through love, betrayal, and finding my own strength. At just 17, I've faced more than I ever expected from relationships, and this book captures the emotional rollercoaster of it all. Every moment is a reflection of the truth I lived, a truth that continues to shape who I am. The chapters you read are real, and they're far from finished. This isn't a neatly wrapped tale-this is a journey still in progress. With each update, you'll experience the unfolding of my life, love, and the lessons that come from it all. This is more than a book. It's an evolving story, one that's still being written as I learn to trust myself, heal from heartbreak, and let go of the past. You're invited to witness this journey with me, because it's a story that's still being lived.
Shoreside
This is a story about life, finding oneself in unfamiliar territory, losing those we love, staying together with those we love, growing up, hardship, and above all else, finding a way through. Stay strong, dear reader, there may be rough water ahead. **** It is important to note that there is disturbing content in this story. I am not a woman, and I do not presume to know all the hardships a woman may face. I do not intend this story to take away from real stories, nor do I intend to make myself seem somehow righteous in telling of the hardships of others, even in a fictional sense. I only wish to acknowledge the cruelty in this world, and the reality of the suffering of those who suffer, who are hurt, who are victims.Complete
Dear Renisha is filled with the trauma that comes from the betrayal of those who promised to protect and love. It stands proudly among other survivor stories and reminds us why torture will never be treatment. Full of the wisdom that comes from healing after great trauma, Sabrina reminds us why she rightly calls herself a survivor of the troubled teen industry. Thrown into a agonizing existence by the family who adopted her, Sabrina Young recounts 17 years of abuse, torture and mistreatment full of racial slurs and bias because of the color of her skin and her defiance towards the rules of the church they followed. Brazen, brave and strong, Dear Renisha recounts Sabrina's experience within the troubled teen industry through her letters to her sister and her magnificent drawings. Sabrina's thoughts and imagery capture her dignity and beauty against the backdrop of betrayal within the family and church.
More detailsContent Guidelines