On The Up And Up: A Survival Guide for Women Living with Men on the Down LowThis is Brenda's inspiring account of overcoming pain and betrayal to find her mission in life - heloing other women know they are not alone and that there is a way to turn their hurt and isolation into forgiveness and healing. With honesty and wisdom Brenda shares her journey through what she thought was a fairy tale marriage to the shocking discovery that put her life in a tailspin. She guides with assurance and and warmth, advising women on how to have that talk with their kids, how to let go of the pain and how to trust and love again. |
Contents
Was My Marriage a Lie? | 19 |
Im Not Crazy | 41 |
Picking Up the Pieces | 57 |
Cover Girl | 75 |
The Signs | 89 |
Identity Crisis Dr Jekyll | 105 |
Yes Hes Gay | 115 |
Oh God | 127 |
He Doesnt Give You More | 135 |
The Guide | 147 |
Sins of the Father | 153 |
Reading Group Guide | 159 |
Acknowledgments | 177 |
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