Elizabeth Grow is an editor and content writer for Love What Matters. A graduate of Utah State University, she now lives in Las Vegas with her husband and two dogs. Elizabeth loves sharing stories that raise awareness for neglected populations within our society, particularly the mentally ill. She loves music, any kind of DIY craft project, and a good movie.
“If I could reach out to other teen moms and offer some advice, I would tell them they can do it.”
“Her beauty is not defined by her weakness or brokenness. Her strength may seem fragile, but I assure you it takes more strength to fight a battle like this.”
“‘Alex got shot.’ Wait, what? Did I just hear those words? I immediately thought, ‘He played with my son just three hours prior. He was smiling and laughing.’ The shock rushed in like a sudden punch in the gut.”
“In my mother’s brightest moments, she was a highly respected and loved special education teacher, friend, spouse, and present mother. But addiction doesn’t care.”
“We see you as we drive home in silence, attempting to clear our mind, so when we walk through our door we can pretend we are okay.”
“What if you decided to ignore the voice that said you’re not good enough and instead chose to explore something new — not for the sake of an applaudable performance but simply for pleasure and enjoyment?”
“It sucks to be us, but not when we’re together.”
“There are no words to describe what it feels like to watch your children weaken over time. Depression and anxiety visit me daily. Some days, I punch my pillow and beg for different circumstances.”
“You anchored to me, strong and steady, as my ship sailed from each harbor, faithfully into each wild and lengthy storm. And with every torrential downpour, you stay.”
“Nope, no one told me how much I would have to give up. But you know what? No one told me how much I would gain.”
