I had an idyllic early childhood.

I was the youngest of three children and was loved, cherished and adored by my mum, dad and everyone around me.  From the outside looking in, people would have said we were the picture perfect family.

But as many of you know, things aren’t always as they seem.   I was 10 years of age when I witnessed the brutal attack on my parents.  My dad, tragically didn’t survive the attack and my mum was left with multiple stab wounds.  In the years leading up to the attacks, I was also robbed of my innocence through sexual abuse.

While the physical injuries healed with time, the emotional scars ran deep and they had a profound and long lasting impact on me.  As a result, I spent most of my teenage years lost in a cycle of mind numbing activities just trying to escape the emotional turmoil.

After years of feeling completely lost and overwhelmed, I became increasingly desperate to find genuine happiness.  This desperation which had previously led me to substance abuse and other life controlling issues, also led me  to a place where I was willing to give anything a go… including God.

Long story short (the long story is my book) I had what I call a ‘divine encounter’ that ultimately steered my life from a road of heartache and despair to one that is rich with love, happiness, fulfilment and a true sense of purpose.

I pray that after reading my book, you will find these too!