Through the System Into the Shadows of My Husband

About the Book

This book was written to inspire those being reared in the foster care system. It gives accounts of the good, bad and indifference seen in the system. It also depicts the love between family and siblings. This book showed that love is the source of strength through, which any family can make it. Separation doesn’t stop the bond of love. This book is also inspired by the many foster families who make a difference in the lives of children all across this country. It tells the story of five children who grew up in the system unconquered by adversities. We’ve went on to build relationships and raise children of our own. The book has a twofold purpose giving an account of life in the system and after marriage living in my husband’s shadows. It tells about my life in the church, as a Pastor’s wife, and adversities in my marriage. It shows my determination to keep my family together no matter what Satan threw at me. It was written to be an encouragement to children in the system as well as those going through marital challenges. Know that you can make it if you hang in there through love, prayer and a strong relationship with God. This book is dedicated to my loving brother Alfred Boatwright.

About the Author

My story begins in the latter fifties; born the second child to James Boatwright and Aviers Sunrowe; in the small city of Farrell Pennsylvania. I lived between grandparents in the states of Virginia and West Virginia in my young life between the ages of four thru six. At the age of seven years old I was deserted by my mom and dad causing myself and four brothers to be placed into foster care. I remained in my foster home until marriage at age 21. My husband and I are the proud parents of three daughters and seven grandchildren. Throughout life I have come up against adversities, and proudly proclaim that one can make it no matter what life deals them. Situations and circumstances can make or break you; you hold the power of decision. Being raised in somewhat of a circular format; left me with a lot of unanswered questions. Lessons learned in early childhood helped me to have fond memories of grandparents who loved me dearly. All of my formatives years I was raised in one foster home with three siblings. It was in this home where I developed my character, life standards, and love for God. We were taught to be responsible; by doing chores, managing time, and sticking together as a family. Being raised in the system has made me value my family and given me the determination that nothing could separate me from my family; except death. In the year 2005 my husband, daughter and I relocated to the City of Charlotte North Carolina from a small city in Western Pennsylvania. My reason for moving was keeping with the standard of not being separated from my family. Our two oldest daughters had decided to move to Charlotte so we followed them; having a desire to be around our grandchildren while they were growing up.