C LauverThe author was a child of alcoholic parents who created and environment that was detrimental to the nurturing and well being of their children. Out of desperation, she married to escape only to find herself in an extremely abusive marriage. Finally te pain and fear lead her to escape again, finding healing through God's amazing grace and a life of peace and joy. Today her life is filled with gratitude as she spends her days doing the things she loves, writing, gardening, cooking and spending time with her husband, and grandchildren. Read More Read Less