Growing Up Alone After Early Loss, Working Any Job to Survive – Then Discovered Unexpected Blessings and Found Where I Truly Belong (My Introductory Post)
Hi everyone! I am Levie Baltazar, 36 years old, originally from Luzon. Today i want to share a glimpse of my humble life story one that has been shaped by loss resilience and the incredible gift of human connection.
I lost both my parents at a young age leaving me and my siblings to face the world far sooner than any child should.
Back then each of my brothers and sisters had already started building their own families so i found myself learning to fend for myself.
I took on whatever work i could find just to get by there were no easy paths only the determination to keep moving forward.
Every photo you see here holds a special place in my heart they feature my cousins friends and partner the people who stood by me through every struggle who became my chosen family when i needed it most.
In their smiles and warm embraces i found the strength to keep pushing to believe that better days were possible.
Life has a way of bringing unexpected blessings and mine came through one of my siblings. They saw how hards i was working to build a life on my own and recognized that i needed more than just work to feel whole. With kindness that touched my soul, they invited me to join this amazing community. I am thankful and grateful that i was able to become part of this hive through @olang23.
At first i was nervous opening up to new people felt daunting after years of relying only on myself. But from the moment stepped in i was welcomed with open arms. I have had the chance to meet wonderful new friends who share my values who lift me up when feel low and who remind me that no one should have to walk through life alone.
This community has become more than just a group of people it’s become my second home. Here i have learned that family is not always defined by blood sometimes it’s the bonds we forge with those who choose to stand by us. Every laugh we share every challenge we face together strengthens the ties that hold us close. And with that i will end my story here thank you all so much for accepting me.
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Thank you for welcoming me here
Hey Levie, thanks for sharing something so personal and heartfelt on your first post. Your story about finding strength through your chosen family despite losing your parents early really resonates — those connections you've built with your cousins and partner clearly mean everything to you. Since you're focused on sharing your life journey and connecting with people, I'd recommend checking out InLeo Threads (inleo.io) where you can share shorter reflections alongside longer posts like this one, helping you build a community around your story.
What kind of work have you found most fulfilling over the years as you've built your life back up?
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Welcome to hive @levieshome hope you enjoy here
Hello, welcome to Hive! You being optimistic, giving your best in everything and continuing to move forward despite the rocky path is what's really shape of what you are today, more braver and palaban sa mga hamon ng buhay. Fightint lang po palagi.
Have fun in hive! ♪ \(^ω^\ )
Thank you so much! You're right challenges make us stronger and help us grow. We are all fighters 😉 staying positive is the key to achieving our dreams. Let's keep pushing forward @ruffatotmeee
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STOPHi @levieshome welcome to Hive. I'm @palomap3 from Lovesniper OCD team.
I am sorry that you had to grow up without your parents. I cannot imagine the difficulties you have had to go through. You are an example of resilience and struggle, so I am sure you will have many experiences to share with us that will inspire us. I am glad you have found your group of people who care for you and whom you also care for.
Although @olang23 has only been on Hive for a short time she is very active and I hope that with her help you will have a good start here. I recommend that you explore the communities I link below so that you can find the ones you like best.
Tips and information as a Hive newbie here: newbie guide.
Communities you might like that are part of the OCD Communities Incubation Program. Important: read their rules and post in the one that fits your content.
Have a good day!
Hi @palomap3 & @lovesniper! Thank you so much for the warm welcome to Hive it means a lot to me.
I really appreciates your kind words about my journey. While growing up without my parents was tough, those experiences have shaped who i am today and i do hope i can share stories that might help or inspire others here. I’m also grateful to have people who support me and I’m excited to meet more wonderful folks like you in this community
Looking forward to being part of the Hive family 😊
You are already part of the Hive family! Waiting for reading your stories. 😃
Welcome to the best web3 network ever, Levie. Have fun around here!
Hello, Levie.
Welcome to Hive.
Thank you for publishing your content and for being part of the community and publishing on Hive. We’re glad to have you here!
To help you make the most of your experience, I recommend checking out these quick guides:
Hive Guide 101: Hive 101
AI Guide: AI-Generated Content = Not Original Content
Plagiarism Guide: Why and How People Abuse and Plagiarise
Also, please read this important guide about phishing threats in the Hive ecosystem:
Fake Hive Aidrops And Scams
Thank you.