Feb 02 2021

When God Breaks Us!!!

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I would love to share this message that was on Facebook posted by a dear friend of mine. Dawn was not sure who posted it or wrote it, but I felt it was to beautiful of a message not to share.

I was at a Dollar Tree last night and there was a lady and two kids behind me in the LONG line. One was a big kid, one was a toddler. The bigger one had a pack of glow sticks and the baby was screaming for them so the Mom opened the pack and gave him one; which stopped his tears. He walked around with it smiling, but then the bigger boy took it and the baby started screaming again. Just as the Mom was about to fuss at the older child, he bent the glow sticks and handed it back to the baby. As we walked outside at the same time, the baby noticed that the stick was now glowing and his brother said “I had to break it so you could get the full effect from it.” I almost ran because l could hear God saying to me, “I had to break you to show you why I created you. You had to go through it so you could fulfill your purpose.”

That little baby was happy just swinging that “unbroken” glow stick around in the air because he didn’t understand what it was created to do which was “glow”. There are some people who will be content just “being” but some of us have been chosen by God to be “broken”. We have to get sick. We have to lose a job. We go through divorce. We have to suffer with the disease of addiction. We have to bury our spouse, parents, best friend, or our child because, in those moments of desperation, God is breaking us, but when the breaking is done, then we will be able to see the reason for which we were created.. so when you see us glowing just know that we have been broken but healed by his Grace and Mercy!!!

Here is to being broken and REJOICING!!! because it all turned out perfect.

I am just wondering has this post brought back to you a moment you were broken and in hindsight you saw the blessing?

Hugs

Casey

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Jan 31 2021

I Love This Quote!!!

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“Perfectionism is self-abuse of the highest order.”

-Anne Wilson Schaef

I have written, spoke, blogged about domestic violence, adverse childhood experiences, trauma, and how we as humans can and most likely will carry ALL!!! of it with us into our adult world.

I must admit I never spoke or wrote about self-abuse when it comes to perfectionism. So, the first time I read this quote by Dr, Anne Wilson Schaef it certainly gave me something to think about. I pondered for days about the simplest of thoughts or actions, even non action can be put in the category of perfectionism. I had to keep asking myself why do these habits of ours go by for so long without being noticed? Why can we be so hard on ourselves? Is it to take our mind off all the other stuff that can be so difficult to work through.

Dr Anne writes

We must move in our recovery
from one addiction to another
for two major reasons: first, we
have not recognized and

treated the underlying
addictive process, and second,
we have not accurately isolated
and focused upon the specific
addictions.

Anne Wilson Schaef

QUOTEHD.COM

What are your thoughts about perfectionism?

Hugs Casey

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Oct 20 2020

October, Domestic Violence Awareness Month!

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It was clear to many advocates and agency’s that domestic violence was an epidemic before COVID-19, with nearly one in four women and one in seven men reporting that they experience violence from their spouse or partner in their lifetimes. Sadly, the virus has dramatically exacerbated the problem. Many of us believe our homes are supposed to be a safe place to go in the lockdown, it was even more dangerous for victims of domestic violence to be isolated and alone with their abusers. Reports of abuse have skyrocketed in the U.S. and around the world.

Even as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, the abuse will not simply end. That’s why many agency’s need your support more than ever this October. We can only end the epidemic of domestic abuse when we talk openly about it; remove the shame, blame and stigma; support survivors; hold abusers accountable; and engage everyone—women AND men—to help end the violence once and for all. 

No More https://nomore.org/category/news/ is one such agency and they are asking you to consider using your voice and your platforms during Domestic Violence Awareness Month to do just that—be part of the solution. Please take the NO MORE pledge, print out your NO MORE signs, talk to your kids about healthy relationships, engage your workplaces, and help raise critical funds to support our efforts to change the culture and stop the violence before it starts. 

Now is the right time to plan a Domestic Violence Awareness Month Facebook fundraiser for NO MORE. Set your own goal and share it with friends and family to achieve it. Tag us in your fundraising posts so we can send our thanks and give you a shout out. Check out our Ways To Give page for more ideas on how you can champion NO MORE’s efforts this coming month and beyond. 

The NO MORE Team thanks you in advance! Your contribution will go a long way not only to support survivors but also to prevent violence from starting in the first place.

Hugs Casey

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Oct 18 2020

New Horizons, Middletown, Conn.

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and I would like to share a email I received from New Horizons.

During the month of October, people all over the country participate in activities and events to honor victims, celebrate survivors and raise awareness as many work towards the goal of ending intimate partner violence. New Horizons and 17 other shelters in the state of Connecticut provide services to adults, children, and families. In addition the staff is advised about issues of relationship violence.

Show your support by becoming a fundraiser for the 2020 Walk to End the Silence to be held on the New Horizons Facebook page at 9AM on Saturday, October 24. Registration is now open.

Walk with us prior to the event and share your photos and videos on social media tagging New Horizons (@NewHorizonsDV) and Community Health Center (@CHCInc on Facebook and @CHCConnecticut on Twitter).

Learn more about the Walk to End the Silence and the other events we have planned for #DVAM2020 on our website. 

We look forward to seeing your videos while wearing purple, the color that represents relationship violence awareness! We hope you will join us! 

Thank you,
The New Horizons Team 
Please consider being part of this type of event in your area.
Hugs Casey
Ps the picture is Walk to End Silence in Middletown 2019

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Jun 02 2020

How Big Can You Dream!!!

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I have had quit a time with some major medical issues due to many doctors dismissing and devaluing my words. At the moment even thou we are all doing our best to deal with Covid 19 I am going to do my best on another level. That is trying to find me again and get back to that thing called life.

During the 17 months of my medical recovery thus far I was asked to be part of a project called How Big Can You Dream. A journal with international authors to make your dreams come true! Compiled by Viki Winterton. http://bestsellingauthorsinternational.org/vikiwinterton.html

In this very interesting and fun book you will discover many insightful concepts, ideas, thought provoking messages,personal views etc. We all had complete instructions for how many words to write, and how long I bio could be, I would like to share with you my page which turned out to be page 43.

So, I hope I gave you a quick view of how much fun it can be to be part of this type of project, how you can be added to the over 1,700 authors to become bestsellers. To learn more please visit

https://www.mybookmybiz.com/

Hugs Casey

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May 27 2020

Miracles All Around Us !!!

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In todays times, with Covid 19 robbing us all from many of our joys we certainly need all the miracles we can handle.

I stumbled across this site https://www.themiracles.store/ I was thrilled to learn 10% of profits help Women and children rise above domestic violence. Of course being an author on that very subject I had to look into them a bit further. They are committed to being the miracle that we want to see in the world and in the process of forming Miracles Now Foundation.https://www.themiracles.store/pages/the-miracles-now-foundation They will have expert coaches and teachers to support women and children offering empowerment workshops.

The store has adorable items for sale mugs, shirts, hoodies etc I bought the above hoodie, and I just love it. Customer service is just as wonderful.

Please be the miracle we all need and perhaps you will put a smile on someone’s face helping them thru a rough hour.

“Together we can make a difference.”

Hugs Casey

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Nov 25 2019

Speaker Sisterhood Excitement!!!

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“Hi there! I am super excited that a speech I wrote and delivered as a member of Speaker Sisterhood will be included in their new book “Secrets of the Sisterhood.” The book is coming out this Friday, November 29th at a 30% discount for one day only. 

Here is an excerpt from my speech, “Dismissed and Devalued, When Did it Start?” Do all little girls endure such a life? Do they have a mother who ignores it all? Or an absent father with zero interest in his children’s lives except for that of his first-born son? Do all teenage girls find themselves standing on sand when the roaring ocean of trauma comes bashing in? Leaving them to survive in this world with no recognizable foundation.

I am personally getting a copy for myself and several women in my life who I know would enjoy the stories of inspiration, truth, and courage. 

My friends and family will get 30% off on November 29th only by using a special link! I will share that with you on Friday, so make sure to stay tuned. The book is also a fundraiser with 50% of the profits going back to the Gratitude Fund, which helps women who may not have the means to become members and find their voice through the Speaker Sisterhood. Check out the link for more information on the book and be the first to grab your copy on Friday! www.speakersisterhood.com/secrets

Hugs Casey

https://speakersisterhood.com/

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Jun 09 2019

The Pixel Project

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These days many talk about how to much time is spent on the internet, social media, or our new technologies. I myself can become overwhelmed by it all but let me share some good news about how a volunteer-led global 501(c)3 non-profit organization is making a difference using these modalities. The Pixel Project: https://www.thepixelproject.net/welcome-to-the-pixel-project/
Is completely virtual, and their mission is to raise awareness, funds and volunteer power to end violence against women using the internet, social media etc.

The Pixel Team have joined together in a major commitment to getting men and women to work together to raise awareness. Volunteers male and female from 5 continents, 12 time zones and over 15 cities worldwide. Their work is impressive please check out all they do here: https://www.thepixelproject.net/community-buzz/

I decided to write this post because I deeply and wholeheartedly agree with their core belief. Which is people across the world need to take a stand together for the rights of girls and women to be able to live their lives free of violence.

I always end my talks with “Together We Can Make A Difference.”

What do you think?

Hugs Casey


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Apr 09 2019

Victims of Crimes!!!

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It is Crime Victims month and State Representative William A. Petit, Jr https://www.cthousegop.com/petit/main/ shares with us on his blog that he has had several discussions with our State’s Victim Advocate, Natasha Pierre,https://www.ct.gov/ova/cwp/view.asp?a=2187&q=295754 on the many bills concerning victims of crimes. The both of them have testified on many of these bills to enhance, and protect victims rights.

According to Department of Justice https://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/cj-jp/victims-victimes/rights-droits/who-qui.html a definition of a victim is defined as a person who has suffered physical or emotional harm, property damage, or economic loss as a result of a crime. … A common law partner who has lived with the victim for at least one year prior to the victim’s death. A relative or dependent of the victim.Our State Representative also shared a guide to victims of crime link https://www.ct.gov/ova/lib/ova/VICTIM_GUIDE_FINAL.pdf You will find valuable information to guide you in your search for help, you may also reach out to the Office of the Victim Advocate Phone: 860 550 6632 or Toll Free: 1 888 771 3126

It is my hope you find the help you need.

Hugs Casey

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Nov 24 2018

Judge, 25th Annual Writer’s Digest Self-Published Book Awards

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I shared in a earlier post my surprise email  from Writer’s Digest and that I won first place in the Inspirational category for self-published book.

I thought you would enjoy reading some of my follow-up email, and how books are evaluated.

A few quick notes to help you understand.how it all works,

– Books are evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 meaning “needs
improvement” and 5 meaning “outstanding”.

– The 1-5 scale is strictly to provide a point of reference; *the scores
are meant only to be a gauge, and are not a cumulative score, nor are they
tallied or used in ranking. *

– *A “0” is not a negative score.* Our online review system only
recognizes numerals during this portion of logging evaluations.As a result,
we’ve substituted a “0” in place of “N/A” when the particular portion of
the evaluation simply does not apply to the particular entry, based on the
entry genre. For example, a book of poetry, a cookbook, or a travel
guide would not necessarily have a “Plot and Story Appeal, and may
therefore receive a “0” – indicating that the rating was not applicable.

 

Structure, Organization, and Pacing: 5

Spelling, Punctuation, and Grammar: 5

Production Quality and Cover Design: 5

Plot and Story Appeal: 0

Character Appeal and Development: 0

Voice and Writing Style: 5

Judge’s Commentary*:

CRAWLING OUT: ONE WOMAN’S JOURNEY TO BREAK THE CYCLE OF ABUSE by Casey
Morley is a heart wrenching account of one woman’s experiences. The book is
honest and doesn’t hold back when sharing just what happened, including raw
language and situations. This is effective and necessary for her story
truly to be shared. The reader is sympathetic with the author and the fact
that the reader is rewarded when seeing her be successful makes this book a
must-read. The front cover is perfect. The expression is captured well. The
teddy bear makes the reader want to hug the girl. The title tells the
reader what to expect. The endorsement from President Barack Obama is
effective and will surely cause more people to read this important story.
The back cover is also effective in convincing the reader to engage with
this author. The second endorsement is a good addition, and the true story
inside is described well. The author photo shows a lovely woman. The reader
is so happy that the author is now thriving. We’re not reading this story
to see what happens. We are reading this story to see how we can help
others and ourselves. Not only does this book offer a gripping story, but
the resources and information in the back are amazing. This book is an
excellent resource for anyone who cares about abuse. I would like to thank
Casey Morley for sharing her story.

 

I think the judges comments are wonderful, what do you think?  Would you like to share some of your thoughts.

Hugs Casey

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