ROSES

I Gave God my Roses and He Took the Thorns Away

A memoir revolves around Yvette Littlejohn, the narrator of her story, who is passionate about delivering her resilience journey after being walloped by life’s rocks. Her struggles strengthen her faith, even the profound losses and heartbreaks of losing her father, mother, siblings, and numerous distresses.

Yvette symbolizes “Rose” with her parents and the loss of her loved ones. She showed lasting affection for them, how they shaped her life, and how well they played numerous significant roles as mentors of deep faith and resilience, transforming pain into hope and hope into rebellion. She looks back on the rich memories of her family, feeling the blend of happiness and heartache that has shaped who she is.

On the other hand, Yvette describes her husband’s unwavering support and love. In moments of sorrow and despair, his strength uplifted me with hope. My husband empowered me to face challenges, and he became the comfort of tiredness and smooth to my eyes.

Yvette defines relationship dynamics as a vital part of our souls through her book. Yvette states: “Though they have left this earthly realm their spirits are with God, and God’s Grace and Spirit is still guiding me.” God’s love is always stronger than life’s struggles. Her faith elevates her and enables her to be thankful and have peace. She believed that I gave God my roses, and he took the thorns away; as my parents may not be here, God gave me a husband who became the light to my dark days, a great source of strength and support. The book “Roses – I Gave God My Roses and He Took the Thorns Away” reflects Yvette’s journey, marked by the beauty and strength that can arise from life’s most challenging moments.

Book Chapters

Chapter 1

The Family Tree

Yvette sat at the kitchen table, the soft light of the morning sun filtering through the curtains and casting a warm glow on the old photo album before her…

Chapter 2

Seeds of Faith

Sunday mornings at Yvette’s house were a sacred ritual, a time when the world seemed to slow down and everything focused on faith. The day began early, the smell of…

Chapter 3

A Sturdy Stem

In the garden of Yvette’s life, her father, Richard, stood as a vibrant red rose, its rich petals unfurling with warmth and strength. His towering figure, 6’5″ and over 300…

Chapter 4

The First Frost

It was an ordinary night, one that began just like any other. The house had settled into its usual evening routine; the familiar creaks of the floorboards reverberated as the…

Chapter 5

Blossoming Friendship

The smell of freshly baked bread filled the small kitchen, wrapping around Yvette like a warm hug. Denise stood at the counter, effortlessly kneading dough, her tall frame moving with a gracefully…

Chapter 6

Petals of Grace

Yvette found herself caught in a rollercoaster of emotions as she came to terms with the dual realities of Denise’s illness and her own pregnancy. The joy of impending motherhood…

Chapter 7

Thorns of Struggle

The air was electric as Yvette stepped into the bustling streets of Newark in the 1960s, where a civil rights protest was taking place. The sounds of chanting voices, drums…

Why Read It?

“Roses – I Gave God my Roses and He Took the Thorns Away” by Yvette Littlejohn is not just a memoir but a powerful exploration of faith in challenging times and the importance of having a blissful partner. It’s a transformation, a journey of residence, shadowed with contrast—a shade of loss and a partner as a ray of hope for further chapters. The storyline serves as a pace of guidelines for men in shaping their roles as husbands, determining their minds to be courageous and supportive of their wives forever. In addition, it’s a raw and honest life for Yvette, exhibiting a tribute to her family and hope. Setting the stage for readers for anyone grappling with loss, Yvette invites them to mirror their personal experiences and provide wisdom to overcome distress and find peace. She describes the more profound understanding of taking challenges practically and how to get healed and revered in the darkest times.