I never imagined that a single lie could destroy a day I had dreamed about for years. Living in Meru, everyone in our community knew my family, and I was eager to have the perfect traditional wedding.
When my fiancé proposed, I felt overjoyed and wanted everything to be flawless. But a nagging insecurity had taken root in my heart. I was not yet pregnant, and I feared that my in-laws would think less of me.
So, I lied. I told them I was expecting, hoping it would secure their approval and….CONTINUE READING