December 16th, 2025. Reader Note: I want to share this with care: this piece is based on my own lived experience. I am not a professional, and this writing is not meant to replace therapy, medical care, or mental health support. Please take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and prioritize your own well being as…
Losing my parents at a young age left me feeling alone and lost. This is my story and why I started this blog for parentless adults seeking connection and healing. Growing Up Alone Hi, I’m Brooke. I started this blog to share what I’ve learned from growing up with loss, and what life has taught me…
December 2nd, 2025 A personal essay about growing up without parents, compounded grief, and living as an adult with no one to call. Written for parentless adults navigating loss, loneliness, and survival. Disclaimer: This post discusses childhood loss, suicide, terminal illness, substance abuse, and grief. Please read at your own pace and take care of…