“She was the light in our chaotic home, the anchor in our storms. And yet, Lee’s story was a mystery even to her.” — Sandra Schnackenberg
In this episode of Uncorking a Story, host Mike Carlon welcomes Sandra Schnackenberg, author of the compelling memoir The Housekeeper’s Secret. Sandra takes listeners on a journey from her tumultuous childhood to the uncovering of her housekeeper Lee’s astonishing hidden past. Together, they explore themes of healing, faith, resilience, and the profound impact one person can have on a family’s life.
Key Takeaways:
- The Housekeeper’s Secret: Sandra’s journey began when she discovered her housekeeper’s ashes and unearthed her enigmatic past.
- A Healing Presence: Lee was a spiritual anchor and protector in a household shaped by wealth, chaos, and a narcissistic father.
- Surviving Trauma: Sandra’s recovery from a near-fatal accident shaped her resilience and spiritual sensitivity.
- Memoir Writing as Healing: Sandra’s writing journey helped her process grief, understand her past, and honor Lee’s story.
- Balancing Faith and Writing: How spirituality and divine guidance propelled Sandra through life’s challenges and creative blocks.
- The Family Dynamic: The ironic contrast between the seemingly perfect external image of Sandra’s family and its internal struggles.
- Unexpected Connections: The role of divine intervention and serendipity in helping Sandra uncover Lee’s story.
Buy The Housekeeper’s Secret
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