Renee’s Blog
The biggest problem I’ve ever solved
The book had to be written. My hope is that my story - Sheryl's story - will help others who are in domestic violence situations. My author introduction from WildBlue Press gives more insight into how the book came to be written.
The emotional release of discovery
Writing The Wheels of Justice brought back all kinds of memories and emotions. Some of those emotions were old and some were new. Things I thought I knew, I didn’t. Things I didn’t think I knew, I did. The passage of time, while seemingly unfortunate, brought with it...
After a few false starts, Justice for Sheryl is written!
I started thinking about writing a book shortly after my sister was murdered and it became apparent that her murderer was not going to be arrested and no one would be charged with the crime anytime soon. However, life got in the way. I was young, newly married, and...
“Justice for Sheryl” to be published!
In my 27 year quest for justice for my sister Sheryl, who was murdered by her husband in the middle of a divorce, I learned about the power of sharing personal stories. Knowing you aren’t alone provides hope – a feeling that what is wanted will happen. We all need it....
Please join us for a Domestic Violence Awareness Vigil
Please join my sisters and me in Monticello on Tuesday, October 20th at a domestic violence vigil. Willow Tree Mission and Piatt County State’s Attorney Victims Advocate Kelly Sebens will host “We Stand Against Domestic Violence,” a public vigil planned for 6:30 pm at...
Not Your Normal Murder Podcast
Sheryl’s family and friends knew all along who killed Sheryl. Listen to a recap of the events. If you are a victim of domestic violence or know someone who is, you’ll hear an eerily familiar story. The sharing of these personal stories will empower others to escape...