Metamorphosis

This is a story of overcoming an early life of dysfunction, abuse and violence followed by prostitution and years of addiction to find grace and happiness. Annalisa's personal history is not one most people would overcome. Yet that is exactly the heroic accomplishment Annalisa Sedgwicke achieved during her decades of personal hell.

Sustained by inner beacons of light and recurring moments of grace to find wholeness and peace, Annalisa's unfailing optimism and realistic outlook aided her efforts. Her recovery journey is a testimony to the power of the human spirit and to all this is good in life. Her story will inspire you and serve to motivate those still finding their way through the dark.