Strength in pain — Brave Tutu Blog

Scarf Juggle

On a Christmas break, I visited my college boyfriend and his family in Oregon. He made sure I experienced ALL that his state had to offer. At a Duck’s basketball game, they had a special halftime competition that still makes me smile!

Comparison, Brave Tutu, Courage, Everyday insight, Take Flight, Tough convoRebekah ManleyApril 15, 2018Brave Tutu, Juggle, Struggle, Strength in pain, Strength, perseverance, skill, tenacity, take courage in delight, Take notice, Take Courage Comments

Falling Together by Author Debbie Zapata

I am sitting on the dock next to the lake. It is a place of solace during my darkest moments. My best friend since childhood sits quietly nearby. I can’t do this alone. It’s only been three months since my dad’s death. It’s his birthday—the first one without him here.

Friends, Tough convo, Tutu Birthday, Everyday insightRebekah ManleyOctober 26, 2017Brave Tutu, #bravetutu, Grief, Loss, kintsukuroi, Power in small moments, #powerinsmallmoments, Support, Strength in pain, small momentsComment

Untied Bow

Last weekend, our Dad was rushed into the ICU, not for the first time. Two of my dearest college friends came to support me, also not for the first time.

“Bow, how is Brave Tutu going?” Amanda asked.

“Struggling. It’s hard to pump out positive, uplifting articles when my heart is feeling so low.”

“Bow, I don’t think Brave Tutu has to always be happy…”