15.5 Months – A Mother’s Attempt To Protect Her Son

On July 17, 2011, two weeks after my son was born, I took my newborn baby boy and the clothing on our backs and we fled Luc’s house.  I left terrified of what would happen to us if we stayed.  After learning about all of the horrifying things that happened around Luc (that he has…

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The Men and Women Standing with me

I have spent a lot of time talking about all of the people who didn’t fight for Prince.  I would like to take the time to tell you a story about some people who DID stand with me in an attempt to save my little boy.  These people should be named and I believe that…

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Scared and Scorned – but not Stupid

Someone asked me yesterday whether or not I worried about what people would think of me once my story goes public.  She asked if I was worried that people would write me off as a scorned woman who was hell bent on blaming Lucifer or that people would think there was something wrong with me…

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The “Cover Up” Rumor Mill in MOCO

It has come to my attention that the Montgomery County, MD courts are buzzing with rumors about the circumstances surrounding my son’s death.  I have heard from two separate sources that these “rumors” could have been started (and perpetuated) some attorneys in the neighborhood who might be worried about their reputations.  While I can understand…

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Being Thankful In The Midst Of Darkness

My son has been gone for exactly one month this week.  Most American families will spend this week celebrating all of the things for which they are thankful.   They will eat until they pass out and will spend time with the ones they love.  I will spend the holiday trying to pretend it isn’t…

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My Prince – A Ray of Light and Hope

Prince was a ray of light and hope that  shined through the dark cloud that has been hanging over my life since I met Luc.  He was also very special to my entire family.  This became very clear in how my six year old nephew has dealt with Prince’s death.  My nephew, like Prince, has always…

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Spicy Cucumber Margarita

I met up with a good friend of mine last night.  It was another moment when I had forgotten that not everyone knows Prince passed away.  As I began talking to him as if he knew, I slowly watched shock and horror come over his face.  It’s times like these when I am able to…

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The Bitch Slap of the Day Goes to…

I have recently wondered why certain people take jobs that require public service if they don’t actually want to help people.  Is it just to say they are serving the public?  Do they expect a gold star?  Well folks, this is not third grade and I am no longer a teacher.  I am out of…

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Dear Sgt. Bradford Cavender,

I grew up believing that if I ever needed help, and needed to be protected in an emergency, I could call the police.  I have learned in the past two years that this is not always the case.  In fact, on 17 July 2011, Detective Bradford J. Cavender (Badge number 1683) with the Prince William…

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Dear Prudence Upton,

I am angry.  A few days ago I wrote a letter to Judge Algeo from the Montgomery County, MD courts reminding him of my son Prince.  The child he trusted in the care of a disordered man.  Today, I have thought a lot about the woman who represented my ex.  Her name is Prudence Upton.…

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