The Thrill of First Attraction – The Wilted Rose Book Part 19

Grace realises that the popular boy at her youth camp has feelings for her, which leaves her feeling both excited and insecure. Initially oblivious to his interest, Grace questions her worthiness, reflecting on her experiences in high school where attention was typical. Transitioning from her life in Queensland to the unfamiliar landscapes of Victoria, she is fraught with self-consciousness as her peers whisper and stare. A chance encounter with the handsome boy heightens her emotions, making her both eager and apprehensive about budding attraction and potential love, leaving her to ponder her own acceptance.

Teenage daughter waiting to leave home – The Wilted Rose Book Part 16

The narrative follows 16-year-old Grace and her mother, Sarah, as Grace completes high school and seeks full-time employment. Eager for independence, she recalls her visits to her Aunty who lives on the Gold Coast, Queensland who provides her with comfort and support. Acknowledging Graceโ€™s struggles at home, she gifts her a book on healing, encouraging her during this challenging period. Grace appreciates the kindness and warmth of her aunt and contemplates her job applications in Brisbane for the New Year, indicating a hopeful outlook for her future while cherishing the peaceful moments spent in her aunty's company.

Teenage daughter coping with her mother’s mental illness – The Wilted Rose Book Part 15

A young teenager, urges her father to visit her mother in a mental health hospital, despite her prior encounters with her motherโ€™s Bipolar episodes. Upon seeing her mother, Grace is heartbroken as the treatment appears to have worsened her mental state. She observes her mother's drawn features and lack of recognition, leading to an emotional confrontation with her father about the effectiveness of the treatment. Frustrated and desperate for her mother to return home, Grace struggles to understand the situation, while her father attempts to reassure her that the treatment is necessary for Sarah's recovery.

Help for the family of a mentally ill mother – The Wilted Rose Book Part 14

Jack, a devoted husband, consistently supported his wife Sarah through her struggles with Bipolar disorder from the 1960s to the 1990s, despite a lack of assistance from family and community. He was unaware of the helpful organisation ARAFMI. After a particularly challenging episode, Sarah was admitted to hospital, where the doctor proposed a controversial treatment involving Electroconvulsive Therapy to help mitigate her severe depression. Jack was apprehensive about the potential side effect of memory loss, expressing his concerns about the procedure, even as it was presented as the best option for Sarah's recovery and healing.

A Perfect World – The Wilted Rose Book Part 5

In mid-1950s Brisbane, Sarah and George experience the dizzying emotions of young love. Their connection deepens through shared passions and challenges, overwhelming Sarah with feelings of love and longing. With her life seemingly perfect, highlighted by George's gift of a rose, she navigates the complexities of her burgeoning relationship.

The Door of Love – The Wilted Rose Book Part 4

Sarah is overjoyed after George confesses his love for her, marking a new chapter in her life filled with happiness. As they connect on deeper levels through dates, she shares her emotions with her friend Vivienne, feeling a whirlwind of excitement and fear in this blossoming romance set in 1950s Brisbane.

The Musical Notes of First Love – The Wilted Rose Book Part 3

Sarah, now a young adult falls in love for the first time.

A Teenage Poet

I'm sharing the story of my journey into poetry for several reasons. So I don't forget it in my old age! To leave my story as family history for them to laugh or cry over, and to encourage my daughters and anyone else who will linger to read it, that it is NEVER TOO LATE... Continue Reading →

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