Who Raised Us? with Jennifer and Bridgette

Episode 4: Jennifer's Backstory: Life Span, Part 1


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Jennifer and Bridgette discuss their morning routines and the importance of attention and love in their lives. Jennifer shares her backstory, focusing on the theme of absence of attention and the impact it had on her. She talks about the hardships she endured and the coping mechanisms she developed. Jennifer reflects on her experiences in different environments and the instability she faced. She also highlights the importance of teachers and the positive impact they had on her. In this conversation, Jennifer shares her experiences from childhood to adolescence, highlighting the role of imagination, music, and the outdoors as sources of comfort and escape. She also discusses the absence of nurturing and support in her home environment, leading to vulnerability and harmful attention. However, she finds solace and stability when she is taken in by Bobbie and Bruce, who become her legal guardians in her senior year of high school. The conversation concludes with a reflection on self-care and gratitude for the supportive people in Jennifer's life.

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Who Raised Us? with Jennifer and BridgetteBy Jennifer & Bridgette