The Story of a Hurting Mom: From Broken to Mended

How comforting it is to discover that I am not the only mom who has traveled this road of stress, anxiety, worry, frustration and sense of failure. Even more wonderful is the realization that God, who has carried me every step of the way, LOVES my child even MORE than I do.Cathy Taylor does not hold back in this honest & open story of her life. There was a refreshing peace that washed over me as I read of her many struggles through life and her journey back to God's loving arms. She relates the pain she brought to her mom as openly as she tells of her pain with her own child. As I read, I remembered happy childhood times much like her memories. I also remember the pain of being a teen. And as she described her struggles with being the mom of an out if control teen, I vividly remembered those days too.I recommend this book to any mom or friend of a mom who is struggling with the destructive decisions of their teenage or adult child. While it is a story of pain, it is also a story of hope. How I wish that this had been available in those early years of anguish! Twenty years have passed and my child still is making bad choices... and today I know that I can have peace & joy back - no matter what my child may be choosing to do.

I read "Hurting Mom from broken to Mended" within two days. I could hardly lay it down. Cathy's book kept my full attention throughout the whole read. Her clarity made for easy reading, which is good for me! I felt as if her life jumped right out in living color. I related to page 109, where she was attempting to purchase a birthday card for one of her children who was causing her pain. Only another Mother who experienced this pain could understand. I associate with many parts of her book, as if I wrote it myself.I am a leader of a Hurting Mom's group inspired by Cathy Taylor. Cathy has connected with Mom's all over the United States with her story.I am grateful for Cathy's transparency. Thanks to Cathy for reaching out to women all over the world.

This is a great book, that gives you hope. When you are struggling with a child, that has made very poor choices, drugs, alcohol, jail etc...As a Mom you feel alone, isolated, guilt, judged, hopeless. Cathy Taylor tells her heart breaking story and with the help of God ,you can get through this and live again. You can't change your child, but you can change you and your relationship with God. It is so comforting to know there are other Moms going through what you are, that you are not alone in this, that understands the pain and anguish. She has also started support groups, and online support groups for other Hurting Moms. This came into my life when I needed it most!

Cathy Taylor's book is the story of her life and journey from a Ministers daughter to a trouble young women and mother of a daughter in trouble. Cathy's life begins with loving parents, but a father, because of his ministry was not always available. This led to her acting out in destructive ways as a young adult and mother.Cathy eventually turns her life around and through that experience creates "Hurting Moms". It is hard to put her book down and the last part of the book is very helpful for those going through similar experiences with their own children.

Cathy Taylor's book gave me real insight as to some of the same misbeliefs and guilt I carry and how to deal with it. It is a fast read and written in an easy to grasp manner. It is not just for a parent dealing with an adult child's destructive behavior. I found it helpful, with practical advice in the healthy way to release control and launch my adult child into the world.

I received my book and couldn't put it down until it was finished. Thank you Cathy for sharing your story. We feel like we're the only one but there are so many Hurting Moms out there. Thank you for creating a place where Moms can go, share their stories and find a way to help mend our hearts!

Cathy is an amazing women. I have facilitated a Hurting Moms group and my life has changed forever. In this book she bears her heart and soul. I am so grateful for this program and the book was wonderful ...fast easy read leaves you believing nothing is impossible with God!!

The book is very encouraging. When a child becomes a teenager/young adult and makes unwise decisions,moms are greatly impacted. The anxious thoughts and panic never seems to end. It is important to know you aren't alone. This book helps with everything you are going through.