In loving memory of my beloved Charlene, Still Standing is a testament to love, resilience, and the unbreakable hope we find in Jesus. My story is one of challenges - of navigating life as a young single mother of three in a time when this path met with harsh judgement and little support. Back in the seventies, teenage motherhood came with an often unbearable weight, and I felt it deeply. Yet, I made a promise to my children and to myself: to give them the very best of me, no matter the cost.

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In these pages, you'll find honesty about the struggles, the heartache, and the overwhelming moments that shaped my life. But more than that, you'll find encouragement and strength, a reminder that even when life feels unfair and impossibly hard, there is a guiding light. Especially now, when the shadows of mental health challenges seem to grow each day, we need to hold fast to hope, to stand firm, and to fight for what is right. 

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This story is for anyone who has faced difficult roads and has found the courage to keep moving forward. Through every trial, I discovered that God's grace and love are unfailing. I invite you to join me on this journey and to feel uplifted, knowing that whatever you're going through, hope and healing are always within reach.