Growing up should be a time of joy and discovery, but for many children, the weight of trauma can overshadow those formative years, leaving them isolated and struggling to cope. “Pootsie ‘’ a powerful coming-of -age story that uncovers the profound impacts of trauma on a child’s life. It bravely explores the multifaceted nature of childhood suffering and resilience, illustrating how a child, left to navigate the world alone, confronts challenges that no one should endure. Through Pootsie, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the emotional landscapes shaped by trauma, shedding light on the urgent need for compassion and support in our communities.PootsieConceived through trauma, hated by her motherVictim of her stepfather, shamed by others“Hi, could you do me a favor and just love me?”She grew up a hard life, crying every nightHer days were filled with struggles, she had to learn to fight“Where did you go? Doesn’t anybody love me?”She was left alone, she went unnoticedWas she disappearing or just losing focus?So many signs went ignored, she grieved alone behind closed doors.“God please, make them love me”