Heartbreak Warfare

by Heather M. Orgeron

“Trauma creates change you don’t choose. Healing is about creating change you do choose.” — Michelle Rosenthal

“If you ever get tested, remember there’s a difference between defiance and bravery. Leave your compassion out of it and show them you are a part of something bigger, something they can’t break. Remember the Soldier’s Creed.”

I need you to know that you are part of me now, the most precious thing in my life.”

“Run far and fast, dance that sexy dance, have that second baby. Smile, Scottie. Lighten up, tell jokes, live a long and happy life, for me.”

“K-K-Katy, beautiful Katy, you’re the only g-g-girl that I adore. When the m-m-moon shines o-over the cowshed, I’ll be waiting at the k-k-kitchen door.”

Of all the things loving her has taught me, I know this much to be the truth: even when love is convoluted, it’s real.