Welcome to Chapter 1 of Beyond the Veil. In this fifth part, The Hidden Room, I revisit my childhood home to discover a room I had no memory of, uncovering a buried trauma memory frozen in time. As the adult world of my parents’ hidden grief collides with my own childhood memories, I am forced to confront a heartbreaking truth about the unspoken pain that shaped my early years.
As always, this audio experience is a companion to my weekly working drafts. I am shaping this memoir in real time. I would absolutely love to hear your thoughts, reflections, or feedback.
Thank you so much for listening and walking this path with me. 🎧💛© 2026 Carolyn Wellington. All rights reserved.
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