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March 10, 2008 Hi Becky, I just wanted to let you know how much you have inspired me after reading your first book. We met at a book signing you had and we talked about domestic violence and abuse. I shared some of what I went through with you. After a lot of consideration, I decided to take out all the little boxes I had hidden in the recesses of my mind and put them on paper. I wrote my story too. It was very hard, especially having more nightmares again and recalling so much, but I just wanted to let you know that I did it and I glad I did because it was a release. Thanks, Becky for all your help and inspiration for revealing your soul and helping others. J. W. January 02, 2008
Hi Becky,
Just got through reading the second book.
You are an amazing person, Becky. You have conquered so much and
helped so many people and animals along the way. I can't
believe one person could be involved in so many things at one
time, and writing two books to boot. Best of luck in your book
sales, helping others, and your future endeavors. P. S.
August 4th, 2007 Becky, I thought your sequel was excellent. You came out of the darkness and proved you could get a better life. It took a lot of hard work, and it was a very hard road to travel, but you did it. Your sequel was inspiring, full of laughter and tears, and I was so thrilled for you in the end! You are a good writer and I am looking forward to your next book! Keep writing. You do inspire others so much. S.L.
July 19, 2007
H.G. July 23, 2006 Dear Becky, I understand how hard it is to write about matters of the heart, which reach far into the depths of our spirits and even our souls. My children paid a price for my circumstances. My children are older now and have families of their own. They didn't turn out so bad for all they had to endure, but I look back wishing I could have provided a better beginning for them. As you know, there is no pain greater than that we suffer through our children. They have turned out okay, and I have four beautiful grandchildren. I have advised both of them to not stay where there isn’t any love or peace of mind. I commend you for the courage to commit your story to paper and for the motive giving hope and courage to others who have seen the worst side of life and survived. I'm sorry you had to endure the loss of a child. I applaud you for the courage to move on in your writing career to the next level of accomplishment, and I wish you the greatest of success in that endeavor. R.W. July 11, 2006 Becky, Hello. You autographed your book for me and my aunt sent it to my mother, and she gave it to me. I can’t begin to describe the feelings of emotions after I read your inscription to me. I started your book the same night my mom gave it to me, and finished it the next day. It was definitely a page-turner. I am now feeling the emotions of what my husband put me through for so many years, and I am still finding it hard to accept the fact that the memories will always be a part of me. I’m truly having a hard time realizing how hard it is to escape your own memories and thoughts. I have so many holidays, pieces of clothing, and other objects that trigger horrific moments for me, but I’m slowly learning to deal with them along with the nightmares. I want you to know how much your book touched me. The night that I finished it, I went downstairs to my computer to write some feelings that I had from my own experience and before I knew it, I had typed nine pages. It was definitely a way to release some anger, frustration, hurt, embarrassment and all of my other emotions. To actually put them into words was a very powerful moment. Your book has given me hope for a better life. I left my husband in January after four months of marriage. We were together for five years though, and have since doubted my decision a couple of times. Your story made me finally realize that there is hope. I, for a long time, put all of his needs before my own, and I finally decided that even though I love him, that I have to love myself even more. Thank you! I heard that you are writing a sequel. Do you know when it will be published? I look forward to hearing from you and can hardly wait for the new book. Best Wishes, A.D. June 28, 2006 From: Misty I read your book. It was the best book that I’ve ever read. You are an inspiration to me and many other women I’m sure. Thank you for sharing your life with me. You are a very brave woman. I surely look up to you!!!!! June 25, 2006 Hello, Becky, You do not know me but you gave your book to a friend of mine several months ago and she passed it on to me. I just wanted to let you know that when I started reading your book I could not put it down. It took me about 36 hours to read the whole book. There were some similarities between your past my past and my present. I was married to an abusive man for four years. We had two children before I convinced him to get a dissolution. I remarried less than a year later due to an untimely pregnancy. I've noticed some similar patterns starting again in this relationship. I feel like I am trapped this time for sure. I have four children and am completely dependent on my husband. I'm not sure what our future holds, probably not much good, but I wanted you to know that I am truly encouraged and strengthened by your story. People just have no idea what it's like and can't understand the emotional roller coaster you live with everyday not knowing what each day will bring. I only hope and pray that my children don't use my life as an example as guidelines for their future relationships. I pray that God protects and shields their minds and hearts to these things. Thank you for sharing your story and I hope that it opens people’s eyes to the reality of what is really going on today behind closed doors. Sincerely, J. G. June 21, 2006 Dearest Becky, Finished your book yesterday—I had a very hard time putting it down. I found it to be quite disturbing considering my last encounter with a wife-abuser, my girlfriend’s husband. My mother was and still is an abuser. (Verbal and physical.) We haven’t spoken in many years. I think you are a brave woman to share your story with others. It definitely made me appreciate my marriage a lot more. Funny what money does for some people and how little they think of life and its meaning. I think more people should read you book so they can cherish what they have when they have a good relationship! It certainly has made me stop and think about life and what it all really means to me. Take care. S. W. January 3, 2006 Hi there, Becky, After reading your book, I am even more amazed. God is taking you on a journey that is giving you twist and turns that soap operas could only hope to achieve. Keep your faith strong, and continue to rely on God for He is the only One who is truly worthy. I think that once you laid your burdens down with your book, God took them and is moving mountains. Look at all the good that is happened and is still happening! I AM SO PROUD OF YOU! I sometimes find myself still reeling from all that I got caught up in trying to make the marriage work. All the deception and lies and abuse just never stopped, and no one would understand how you get caught up trying to make the marriage work and get taken advantage of over and over while you still have the hope of making it work. There are so many forms of shame that I carried even after the marriage was over. I finally had to get out and get on with my life with my daughter. She is such a blessing to me. Take care. You are in my prayers. You truly deserve all the happiness that is coming your way and you are inspiring me as well! Thank you for being so special and brave. In God's love, E. F. December 25, 2005 Dear Becky, Thanks for sharing your website with me. Now I can look at the lovely face that has helped me through so much and still is. Women need to know there is a “Light” at the end of an ugly tunnel of abuse. You have made such a difference in my life, and I am so thankful. God put you in my path of Life. Heaven knows what or where I would be today without your help! I am ever so grateful to be able to call you my friend and my hero!! Your book was incredible! Love, S.V. November 27, 2005 Hi, Becky I was given your book to read. I am so proud that you survived such a miserable time. It is truly a miracle. I, too, was involved in a very emotionally abusive relationship with someone who also cheated. Like you, I though things would improve or that I could do something different to make things better. Thank you for showing that people do live different lives behind closed doors. You are amazing. C.D. October 3, 2005 Becky, I wanted to write to you and tell you that I have finished your book and really enjoyed reading it. I feel that the book succeeds in its purpose and the intended audience it is meant to reach. Moreover, your book gives hope and a dose of reality to women who may have been or are currently in a situation such as you were. As women, we are so ready to “fix” or “change” those around us. This is a unique quality of our nature. It is one of the defining elements that set us apart from men, but unfortunately, that is often viewed by others as a weakness or a vulnerability. I see young women around my age who are in relationships that could easily turn into what you experienced. They most commonly say, “I could never find anyone else.” Or, “Deep down he really loves me.” Or, “I keep trying.” Can you believe this still exists in the 21st century? This is why I think your book is important and can help many more women see and overcome their own situations. Hang in there and keep writing! A.W. October 2, 2005 Dear Becky, I was impressed with how you were able to explain how someone can get caught up in a situation like that with a man and not see it coming or be able to recognize if for what it is. Your book will make other women feel like they were just regular people, (not “stupid” I mean), who got sucked into the lies and the whole thing. I’m sure it will help lots of other woman feel like someone understands what happened to them. I’m sure it was a hard thing for you to write and lots of work. Hopefully, it will reach other women and make them feel supported, and that will make it all worth it for you. Take care, L. W. July 1, 2005 Hi, Becky. I read your book this week...once I started it, I could not put it down (so I finished it in 1 ½ days!). Boy, you really were put through the wringer with “Bob.” It must have been cathartic to write and get everything out. Can’t wait for the sequel! Think of you often, C.T. April 14, 2005 Becky, I cannot tell you how much I enjoyed your book. Thank you so much. Knowing this was a true story, your story...made me feel like I was reading your diary. I, too, was in an abusive relationship. Plus, my father was very abusive and made me do things I have tried to put behind me. I have tried to move on. Your book has given me hope that I still can have a better life and feel good about myself. I have two beautiful children now, and I am so blessed by them. I am in another marriage, and I feel it has some abusive tendencies. I want to go to college to better myself and also for my children so they can have a better life. I look forward to your sequel! Hugs and love, M.D. March 30, 2005 Dear Becky, I have just finished the book. You did a great job of making the reader understand the emotional roller-coaster you were on. You are an incredibly, remarkably brave and courageous lady. I have read many self-help books on overcoming or breaking the cycle. What I needed was a true story—a case history—spelled out in detail—I think that is what most of us look for—thanks for telling your story. Above all, you gave the reader the impression that no one really listened to you or believed you—except for a few, and they were powerless as how to help. Now that I have completed the book—your cover design is very appropriate and fitting to the story. You had a very dark life with little glimpses of light. The mixture of loving words and words of hatred—show the emotions that you felt throughout. Your book was like an echo for me—or a looking glass. And last,, but not least, you did an excellent job of capturing the Christian reader in mentioning how you came to feel peace, love, and acceptance. You are a true SURVIVOR. Your book is REALITY. You have inspired hope in the hearts of all those troubled ones that read your story. Hugs, Peace, and continued joy to you. J. R. January 24, 2005 Becky, Just wanted to say I really enjoyed your book. Wow, what a hard lesson to learn. I truly admire you for your courage and strength to come out of all that. I know the Lord was with you as I read your book. I couldn’t help to think what a total release it must have been for you to get that all out. Another step in the healing process. You’re a strong woman. Don’t ever change. God Bless! Love, S. K. December 30, 2004 Dear Becky, Congratulations on your book! I just finished reading it, and what an incredible story you have. I am so thankful that you have been able to move above all that and are such an encouraging and optimistic person still. God does great things! Love, E. C. October 30, 2004 Becky, It was so good to see you too! I just finished your book last night. It was one of the hardest books that I ever read! I was telling my friends at work and they were so intrigued! I guess I was uncomfortable because I knew this really happened, and for the first time, I knew to whom it happened! I told my friends that part of me didn’t want to go on but the other part had to. I told them that no one on God’s green earth should have to go through the pain and tragedies that you endured! My heart goes out to you and I sincerely hope that your book helps other women who have similar situations. What a wonderful way to try and help them. I feel honored to know you. Take care, B.P. September 15, 2004 Dear Becky, Congratulations! And thank you for writing your wonderful book. I know it was not easy to bare your soul like that. I have written you about fifty letters in my mind but putting my thoughts on paper is much harder. First of all, before I forget, I want to tell you I know how you feel about your Dad because I feel the same way about mine. I saw your book on sale at the 5 & 10 and decided to buy one to help you out, because I have always liked you and admired your way with animals. I started reading your book and could not wait to see what would happen next. I could just go on and on about your book but I know you are a busy lady so I will stop now. I hope and pray you find your daughter and she gets to know you for the wonderful woman you are. With love and prayers, S.A. September 2, 2004 Dear Becky, I’m so proud of you!!! It took courage and opening up painful wounds to share your story with the world. Your painful journey will help and inspire others. Thank you for acknowledging me and for being my friend. Love, T.G. August 17, 2004 Dear Becky, We have just finished reading your book and we both felt it was great! We had a hard time putting it down, so that tells you something right there. We are so sorry that you had to go through such a horrible time with that crazy man. The book will help a lot of women and men going through similar situations. We loved it and we love you. I. & D. R. August 17, 2004 Becky, I always knew you were strong; a survivor, resilient, compassionate and extraordinary in so many ways. After reading your book and having time to reflect on all you went through, I am totally in awe of you. You’re even more than I thought you were. I’m so glad you survived it all and came out to be stronger and more caring than ever! You’ve already helped so many people and now through “your story” you will help even more. I love you and your spirit! Love you, D. M. August 9, 2004 Hi Becky, I finished your book the third day after I received it. It welled up an incredible amount of compassion in me for you because of everything you have endured. I wanted to get in my vehicle and drive to your house and give you a hug. I stand firm in my respect for you; it took an incredible amount of courage and bravery to write your book. When I read a book, I hoped it would move my emotions or evoke thought. Your book did that. I thank God you are here and I thank you for sharing your story. I’m proud to know you. Always, D. M. |
