Lens on Love: Chapter 1

The path from devastation to rebirth rarely follows a straight line. When my world exploded seventeen years ago, I found myself in the basement of Rock Bottom – fighting a three-year custody battle for my daughter Morgan after a traumatic pregnancy and birth that nearly claimed both our lives. What followed was a financial nightmare of $130,000 in debt, sleeping with the lights on, and making the classic mistake of jumping from one toxic relationship straight into another.With raw vulnerability and unexpected humor, I share how I transformed from a woman with zero self-worth into someone who refused to settle for anything less than authentic love. My journey led me to spiritual practices that became my lifeline – chanting Sanskrit mantras 108 times with a desperation that "gave new meaning to squeezing the beads." When my astrologer taught me "aham prema" (divine love), I finally began finding my way back to myself.As a professional photographer with impaired eyesight, the irony isn't lost on me that my biggest challenge wasn't my vision – it was my inability to see red flags in relationships. I've learned to trust my gut, refuse to stress over inconsistent people, and embrace the Ted Lasso philosophy of believing even when the odds seem impossible. The most powerful revelation? How you perceive yourself directly influences how others treat you.Whether you're struggling through divorce, dating disasters, or simply searching for connection, remember that beauty is an inside job. You don't have to be perfect to be amazing. When someone tells you that you can't do something, do it twice and take pictures! Join me in putting yourself out there with courage and watch how the universe responds. Your shot at love begins with believing you deserve it.Ready to transform your own love story? Visit shotatlovebook.com and take the first step toward writing your happy ending.Send us a text Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.