The Gordian Knot Undone — Valerie Benzley

My mother killed my father. Not only that‚ she also murdered my stepfather‚ my grandmother‚ and my baby brother. There‚ I've said it. Now‚ what do you think about me? Are you imagining that I must be a damaged‚ suffering mess of a person? Does it cross your mind that I might be a murderer in the making? Perhaps I've turned to prostitution or drugs to ease the pain of my unconventional upbringing.

You'd be wrong on all counts. I'm married to a wonderful man‚ I have three lovely children‚ and I work as a kindergarten teacher in our pleasant little town. I'm active in our church and have a wide circle of friends. Of course‚ none of the people in my life know about my mother. She remains my own private demon‚ my secret that I choose not to share -- with anyone.