Devon Ledbetter is a writer and editor based in Florida. She holds a BA in English from Florida State University. She currently formerly worked as a Digital Editor with Love What Matters and has previously had works published with College Magazine and Her Campus. Her favorite pastimes include beach trips, baking, and concerts. You can learn more about Devon through her portfolio https://dnl16b.wixsite.com/ledbetter-portfolio
“It was supposed to be a happy day, but I had so many fears about something going wrong. I think Patrick did, too. Both of us sat in the courtroom holding each other’s hands. Jen had to keep reminding us everything was going to be okay.”
“I felt stuck in the deepest, darkest hole. I had a decision to make—be hurt by these statements people are saying about me or help end the stigma in the Christian community.”
“My recovery has been more than just about walking again.”
“When the world feels too big, too noisy, too chaotic – a hood provides a barrier. A safe space. A partition between the person and the rest of the world.”
“These children need a safe space. They need stories, role models, and opportunities to explore and practice who they are growing up to be.”
“We call him ‘Hearo Harrison’ because he has his own superpower—his magic ears.”
“Your brain will believe whatever you continuously tell it, so make sure you tell it all the good things you want for your life.”
“I’ve listened as women explained to me how it should be while knowing it was never how it would be for me. I had to learn to give more of myself than I even knew how to give.”
“He was self-aware enough to know he needed this, and he’s shown no inkling of shame about asking for help.”
“I wouldn’t wish you on anyone. But I’m choosing to embrace you because let’s face it, you aren’t going anywhere anytime soon.”
