Whitney Houston's Divorce Letter

Last night, I caught a late run of Access Hollywood, and co-host Pat O'Brien showed a copy of the actual divorce papers filed by Whitney Houston in her quest to divorce her husband, R&B singer Bobby Brown.

I had been reading about the divorce rumors on the blogs and in newspaper gossip columns, but the actual papers shown cleared up any skepticism I had. After all, the divorce rumors have persisted for years.

She finally did it.

After seeing the Access Hollywood piece, I began reflecting on Whitney's career and many of her songs, which have powerful messages. Surprisingly, many of her songs reflect almost perfectly what is going on with her present situation. I came up with the letter idea after considering many titles of her songs. In the letter below, some of Whitney's songs are highlighted as well as the movie, The Bodyguard. Check out the track too.



Dear Bobby

Dear Bobby,

I thought I could handle you 'Being Bobby Brown', but it became just too much. I just can't do this Anymore so I am writing this Dear John Letter.

Why Does It Hurt So Bad? I thought I'd be Saving All My Love for you. God knows I tried hard not to turn our marriage into Heartbreak Hotel, but you did not Take Good Care of My Heart. I wanted to be your Lover For Life, but My Heart Is Calling out for something better – a more meaningful happy life free of abuse, drugs and alcohol. I am determined to choose a life free of infidelity, prison and jail visits, court appearances, child support payments and family anarchy. Although I am guilty on many levels, I am very tired of your shit, Bobby. I am tired. I am especially tired of having people In My Business because of you.

Although I was your Queen of the Night for many years and you my Bodyguard, it's time to Try It On My Own because I feel like I Have Nothing.

Although I was initially Unashamed, I realize that it is time to Get It Back. My sobriety. My dignity. My daughter. My family. My career. My voice. My fans. My Life. Step By Step, I will get them back without you.

It's a Miracle, I am (we are) still alive. Many people counted me out not realizing I am a fighter. Many drug addicted artists/entertainers have fallen by the wayside, but The Lord Is My Shepherd. I Love The Lord and he told me, Hold On, Help Is On The Way. You see Bobby, Jesus Loves Me and I realize He is All The Man That I Need. All I did was Run To You but now I Go To The Rock.

You used to Light Up My Life, but it's time to Count On Me because with God's help, I Am Every Woman!

Bobby, I am filing for a divorce. It's just One Of Those Days, so please don't Tell Me No. Despite the fact I am filing for a divorce; please know that You'll Never Stand Alone. When You Believe, you can turn to a higher power for ultimate support. Not drugs. Not alcohol. Not women. Neither fame nor fortune. Oh Yes.

Do You Hear What I Hear? I have accepted our marriage was One Moment In Time; and All At Once, I am beginning to accept the Greatest Love of All starts inside of me.

Bobby, You Were Loved and I Will Always Love You, but I Bow Out.

Signed,
Whitney Houston


© Terrence, September 2006
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