When I was little, I thought I had the power…

Colorful doodles of stoplights with a striped background.

When I was little, I thought I had the power to change stoplights.

When my parents were going to get a divorce, I bargained with God: He could take my power if they stayed together.
They're still married.
I can't change stoplights.

Published June 21, 2008

Summary

A child's reflection on their belief in changing stoplights and the impact of their parents' divorce.

Insight

Childhood beliefs can reflect deeper emotional struggles.

Style

Front Art: Colorful doodles of stoplights with a striped background.
Visual Style: Doodle
Orientation: Landscape