I’m a Métis singer/songwriter from Victoria/Vancouver BC. Recently, I’ve been blessed to spend 60 days in my car feeling and learning about homelessness and have now become a humanitarian and advocate for many causes!
I recently met a lady in a wheelchair at the Salvation Army in Richmond, BC. I’ve heard many stories from all guests and nationalities. Karen Storm’s story stirred my mind, as did others, but I realized through female friendships over the past year and the connection between my ability to listen, to remember and never forget the stories about the abuse between partners.
Karen, who is three years younger than me, suffered tremendously from domestic abuse. I broke down crying listening to Karen’s story. Her inability to speak meant I had to read what she wrote, so together we wrote this song in connection and friendship, inspired by hope and healing.
I believe that this song can help women heal, raise awareness and start a movement for women to tell their stories about the life of hurricane and the trust that they battle with.
Karen inspired me and watching her I was able to complete the song. Thanks to Karen, I’ve connected with the community of abuse, domestic violence and sexual abuse. We need to take a stand and believe through the journey of hardship and the connection of community that we’re not alone. You’re not alone and life exists because we ask for help and can’t do it alone.
We now have a song to listen to. My hope is that women can walk through the calm of the storm, not alone, but in a movement of where the dream exists if you’re still alive!
Salvation Army Richmond and staff and guests have taught me to rise up, fight and keep moving forward. They have inspired me and helped me realize my voice can help, and my songs can create a bit of inspiration and hope through this fight for redemption and the gift of life. Karen inspired me to continue…
Let’s start the process!
Editor’s footnote: Daniel Francis was a popular performer at area coffeehouses until Covid shuttered many of them. He has a GoFundMe page that you can visit here.
this is actual karen storms my life id say has been hell but my aim in life is help others before my self sometimes it causes me toxic situations but God did not promise me life would be a rose garden he said pick up cross Jesus put down and continue his fight As Jesus i am misunderstood a 3rd of time not taken seriously because can not speak but that is ok! because to embrace God and HIS SON Jesus there will be many storms thats how i got nic name huricane storms but to all those who have not exscaped abuse! i want you to no fear is fear it can be broken but you have to make that priorty number 1 break the fear break the violance break the cycle and no i love you.
Good for you, Daniel! Thanks for helping to fight for women’s rights, and against violence and abuse. Beautiful song!