A window of willingness has opened up inside of you. You relate with these strangers and the shame upon their faces. You can actually see the guilt weighing on their lips while their mouths drupe. And you can almost see the faint lines of where their childhood smiles once laid.
These faces — these oh so familiar faces stretched from exhaustion and longing for hope.

This is room full of alcoholics and addicts — A room filled with shattered dreams. But that’s not all, there’s a mutual feeling which fills the room: it’s a common despair that is shared among these strangers. It’s comforting.

You look forward, and a man stands before you. You don’t know him, but there is a light about him that draws you into his words. There’s no doubt, you trust him. He takes his time, making eye contact with each individual as he says, “Look around you. Look at the person to your left… Now look to the person to your right. Statistics show that only one of you will make it through.”

At that point, I made a decision. A decision I’d love to share with the world. It took no thought, whether it was the competitive nature I’ve always had, or because I had reached a point of true desperation. But I knew at that point it time, that it was going to be me. I would make it, I would find a way, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. I became willing to do whatever it takes.

Through my journey I have found a new way of life – a different way to live. And to this day, it’s one of the best decisions I have ever made. I am so thankful to all those brave individuals around me who have supported me, who have guided me, and those who reach out for my help and remind me why I’d never want to go back.

A fiery determination burns inside me to share this with the world and those who may need help! Mark my words, I will not let them down.

Rachelle, are you saying it’s okay to mention possible future books in your query letter? If so, won’t it muddy the water? Thanks.

I am going to remember that…

LOL! I loved this! I’m very cool, calm and collected in front of my mirror. Face to face? Total and complete brain flush.