I Therapy scrapped today!

[Pachimac]

I heard from my sister some really hurtful stuff about me that my Mom lied about to the family. When we were at our lowest, we lost our condo and moved in with my parents. We paid them and also fed them with our food stamps. Mike became the “fixit guy” and we even bought a dishwasher for them when it died, and also replaced the water heater that blew. I don’t know why( and I never will because both my Mom and Dad have passed), but my mom told the family that they were carrying us and that we didnt contribute any money or help in any way. Said we were freeloaders.

I’m blown. Away.

so I journaled about it, then covered it with a grey to black gradient.

the girl in the middle is me and the umbrella (yea that red blob is an umbrella) is deflecting the pain of the lies and what my family actually thinks of me.

I’m smiling because at least I know now, and regardless of what they think of me, I am strong and I can live without them.

It’s rough and amateurish, but I feel worlds better!

 

[LynnG]

I love your page, it looks amazing and powerful ... kind of like you now I am guessing . That sounds really painful, but you are right in saying you'll never know why. I guess your Mom was having a frustrating day or maybe she wanted to make it sound like she was 'saving the day'. Awful for you though xxxx

 

[dotcomkari]

Therapy scrapping is my favorite type. Sometimes it is good just to put all those emotions on paper.. or splat them out.. journal them.. just just rip things up and make art
I truly hope it helped you... it turned out beautifully

 

[gonewiththewind]

I have often used scrapbooking as therapy. I love the symbolism on your page and that you were able to let creativity help you heal. ((HUGS))

 

[cfile]

Big hugs, wonderful symbolism and I agree it is hurtful, but you know in your heart what the truth is, and in reality that is all that matters. Continue to heal, scrap therapy works, and let it go. I am so sorry that it happened. I hope your relationship with your sister is okay too. Hugs and so great you can artistically get out the hurt.

 

[Karen]

I'm sorry to hear that you had to hear that painful news about your Mom. I sure hope your gorgeous art journaling page helps get those feelings out, forgive and move on. That's the healthiest thing for you (and the hardest to do!).

 

[StefanieS]

I have no words. So sorry for your heartache.
Love the red umbrella.