Before I Begin

I’ve rewritten this first line more times than I can count.

For years, I’ve stayed silent about the things I’ve been through. Not because I wanted to but because I didn’t know how to say it. Because when you grow up surviving, expressing becomes a luxury.

This space isn’t about blame. It’s not even about healing. It’s about telling the story. My story.

Some of what I’ll share might be messy. Some might be hard to read. But all of it will be honest.

If you’ve ever felt like you were sitting on the sidelines of your own life, maybe this space will feel familiar. Maybe it will feel like someone finally understands.

I’m not here to be perfect. I’m here to speak.

Welcome to The Girl on the Sideline.