Short Life Story
Who is Cassie?
I’ve never shared anything as personal as this story in writing for the sake of feeling vulnerable or being too open. I hate feeling vulnerable because I like to feel strong. STRONG is where I’m comfortable.
I’ll start with a list of my hardest battles:
My parents divorced at age 12 (DAD cheated on my MOM with her best friend)
I married my high school love at age 17, all while he joined the Navy
He & I separated due to him impregnating another woman at age 20. After an 8 month separation we decided to take another shot at marriage.
Shortly thereafter he went overseas to Japan (Navy) in October 2012 and was arrested for rape. He was convicted in March of 2013 in which I stood by his side in denial until 2015.
I’ve been to jail 2 times due to trying to drink pain away.
A ton of time being alone, feeling so incredibly lonely.
Another failed relationship resulting in me losing myself once again. (No worries, I found me again and fought for myself)
Many more small things in between.
Now, I am so damn HAPPY with life, my relationships, and accomplishments. I have so much to offer and I’m determined to be the best I can be.
Just a few things these experiences taught me:
GOD LISTENS WHEN YOU SPEAK TO HIM (Incredible feeling the first time you realize this)
Life is simple believe it or not
I have the power to change my path by action
Every person is so different (let others be)
Being judgmental is immature (we have all done it)
Feeling emotions is OK. (I just like to do it alone)
Not everyone is for you and that’s OK.
Nothing is ever set in stone, there is ALWAYS a choice.
I don’t regret anything in my life, ever because I believe everything happens for a reason. Every experience was a lesson and I am excited for more because I know more will result in more growth.
I know who I am, I’ve learned to enjoy my own company, and I’ve learned to put myself first when needed. Most of all, I love me and who I am becoming every single day.
These points in my life do not define me but these experiences followed by growth are the reasons I am the person I am NOW.
I had two choices with each experience and I chose the same path every time, I chose to grow.
Lastly, my full maiden name is, Cassie Jeanette Phillips.
My current last name is Browning. (married name, now divorced)
I have no respect for either last name.
So, I represent myself as Cassie Jean
This is me.
