Patrick Wilson

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“Silent Tears: A Child's Journey” by Patrick Wilson

Submitted to Contest #265

Careless words. They can change the course of a life. As a 10-year-old boy, I would tell neighbors, family friends, and teachers stories about what was happening at home. With all the turmoil at home, I didn’t know how to handle my emotions. When I shared my stories with others it eased my anxiety. In a house filled with four siblings, I felt alone. I was always the one who was teased for being overly sensitive. One day, in school I finally shared too much. My mom had been drinking too much the night before and taught me what I thought was ...

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I am an aspiring author currently writing a book for young readers. My day job involves working at a non-profit organization that packs and sends food to children suffering from malnutrition all over the globe. I am happily married with grown-up children, and my home is in Minnesota.