My (Spiritual) Mom

<p>Any thoughts? Ruth Ann asks the group.</p><p>I raise my hand noticing any timidity or prior insecurity I once felt is gone. I am free to be myself at this place.</p><p>Yes Camille. She points at me.</p><p>I feel joy at the mention of my new name. So let me get this straight! I try to collect my thoughts. If my mother father or guidance counselor tells me something that goes against the Bible... </p><p>Then it's okay to <em>not </em>obey them yes. Ruth Ann finishes my sentence.</p><p>You do <em>not</em> have to listen to anyone who berates you or speaks criticism into your life Marcia adds.</p><p>Tommie gets up and places her hands around my shoulders. You can be your own person and stand on your own two feet <em>without</em> your parents.</p><p>I don't know what came over me just then but I broke out into tears!</p><p><em>Could this be it? </em></p><p><em>Could this be the freedom I have been looking for?  </em></p>