Stitched: A Story of Pain, Despair and the Healing Power of Love (The Once Broken Series)

Lydia has never known love. Born to a mother who didn’t care, she has only ever known pain. Bullied in school her whole life, if it wasn’t for her best friend she might not be alive.Her life is finally looking up as she goes off to college. Starting a new chapter, with her bestie by her side. Until tragedy strikes. She should have known her life would never be good.Primed to end it all, she is shocked to learn, she is not the only one living in the darkness.Perhaps together, they can find the light.I originally wrote this story as part of a Suicide Prevention Anthology last year. I jumped at the chance to do this because like so many, depression is a part of my life and I wanted a chance to inspire others. I used to be ashamed of my illness, until I learned there is no shame. Instead of condemning those in need, reach out. Lend an ear. Sometimes, having someone listen and genuinely care is enough. Sometimes it’s not. Either way, we all deserve a chance to overcome. This story was part of my journey.Lydia is based loosely off myself, but also others I know. I know this not my usual, but it was done with love all the same.Please enjoy!!!