Comment by Carolina Sierra on 14 Dec 2011 at 1:27 pm

Karen,

I’m reading Switching Time a second time around. I believe this book can help us understand ourselves better and be aware when there is abuse going on.

I would love reading your second book when it comes out.

The first time I read it back in 2008, I was surprised about all the things that you went through and I’m glad that you are now well. After reading the first chapter just now and your blog, I can notice the difference by the way you write your responses. You are not hurt anymore. You were able to overcome the circumstances and live a better life which 20 years ago seemed impossible.

Dear Carolina Sierra

Thank you for your kind thoughts and compliments! I believe there is a world of difference from the way I once lived to now. I have healed and at the same time continue to pay close attention to any signs that may cause me to slip back to moments of sadness. I rarely think back to all those dark days of past grief, but I admit I have a bad moment now and then. Like all of us, I’m human and need to work on living well. It’s my desire to move forward on my journey.

Thank you for reading my story a second time. I’m glad to hear it helps you to understand what abuse can do to one’s overall well-being. I’m currently writing a sequel and hope that the next book will shed light on how I’ve lived my life before, during and after integration.

Karen