I don't know how you came across finding this blog - but thanks for taking time to read it!
I'm not sure what kind of life you hold, but I hope that my 'testimony' of life so far, can encourage you in some way - faith or no faith. I guess it would be rude of myself not to let you get to know me a little bit before you dive into some of my personal thoughts and experiences.
I'm Coral - usually hyphenated to Coral-Ashleigh - if I were to be writing anywhere formally! I live in Cardiff, studying at University - Primary Education Studies. I am a christian, I have a great family, a loving church family and have absolutely amazing friends.
To explain my family situation, well...it's a little complex - so be patient!
My mum and dad split up when I was 6, I'd like to say that I didn't really remember much..but I do. It wasn't the best of situations to be in. I was shipped back and fourth between my mother and father, I would see my dad every tuesday night, thursday night and sunday.
My mum is now married to Dave and from them I have two beautiful twin sisters, Isabelle Marie and Jessica Rose - they mean the world to me! My dad is also married, to Kim, this is a more recent event in my life. They have a little girl called Ruby-Jewels. I don't have a great relationship with my dads side of the family, but it's a working progress! I hope I haven't lost you!
Funnily enough, with my record of grades and effort that I've put into school, I actually love to write. I have kept a journal from the last few years, and love to look back at memories - yes even the upsets. It helps me a lot to make sense of things, and try to understand why I've gone through situations and how its helped - or hasn't helped!
Everything that I have been through, has made me who I am today - yes I am young, but it's changed me in so many ways.
Always remember - there is a lot hidden behind a smile and there are other people going through hard times, even when you think you're the only one!
Please take some time out to listen to this song - the words sung are so so meaningful!
Coral x
