“So shines a good deed in a weary world.” William Shakespeare

It’s been a while since I’ve made an episode, but I want you know that I have been hard at work. Safe Waters is taking off in a positive direction and I have reached new milestones in my healing journey. Through deep meditation and breath work, I have been able to tap into a deeper sense of self and am finding my path in life. While the journey of healing continues, I now walk more confidently and assuredly than ever before. It is a beautiful place to be, and I am grateful for all the love, kindness, and support I have received along the way.

Please leave comments or questions if you feel so inclined. I would love to hear your feedback!

Thanks for listening, and take care of yourselves.

Theme music by David Brown of Wayward Blues - check him out at www.waywardblues.com and on Spotify

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Note: The episode title picture is of me as a baby - I have recently found how to love that version of me and wanted to share with all of you.

“Strength in Healing” Safe Waters Motto

Humble, grateful, and proud - that is how I am feeling right now. I am proud to announce that we have officially formed our non-profit, Safe Waters. Currently, we have four members on the Board of Directors. If you follow the podcast and group then you are already familiar with Joanne Cloud and Meghan Klement. Our new friend, Emily Hand, is the President of Safe Waters and comes to us from Wisconsin.

Please listen to the interview to get a run down of who we are, what our goals are, and how you can help!

I think our mission statement sums up what our goals are pretty well:

“Safe Waters is dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and empowering space for Coast Guard members who have experienced sexual assault and harassment within the Service. Our mission is to foster healing, promote resilience, bolster prevention, and create a community where survivors are empowered to share their experiences and find solidarity.”

More information will come in the following weeks. Our website is launching soon as well as our helpline. We are also setting up methods to receive donations so you can help as well.

Thanks for listening, and take care of yourselves.

Theme music by David Brown of Wayward Blues - check him out at www.waywardblues.com and on Spotify

[https://linktr.ee/sailors_disgrace]

***Trigger Warning - This Episode Contains Content That is Graphic in Nature***

Welcome back to our first storyteller interview. Astrid Parks is a survivor of Military Sexual Assault which occurred while on active duty with the Coast Guard. Her story is an important lesson in how to identify the signs of grooming.

I’m grateful that Astrid reached out to our group and proud that she is taking the steps she needs to heal. Everyone’s journey is different and we can all learn something by sharing our stories. Thank you so much for sharing, Astrid. We are not alone!

Thanks for listening, and take care of yourselves.

Theme music by David Brown of Wayward Blues - check him out at www.waywardblues.com and on Spotify

https://linktr.ee/sailors_disgrace

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