Tag Archives: Amanda dehaven

Are You Going To Be My Dad?

Posted on June 16, 2013 by beckikeyevents

Nineteen years ago this coming November, my son Lance latched onto my husband Ronnie’s leg and asked, “are you going to be my dad?” I was so embarrassed. Ronnie and I had just had a wonderful night out and decided … Continue reading →

Posted in Adoption, Dysfunctional Family Relationships, estranged fathers, father less children, Fathers day, step fathers | Tagged Amanda dehaven, estranged family, family betrayal, grief of lost child, holidays, Lance Duckworth, parenting | 13 Comments

When I Googled You

Posted on May 1, 2013 by beckikeyevents

Yesterday afternoon I received a call that on my cell phone only showed up as California on the ID. I generally do not answer the phone unless I know who the caller is. I was however expecting a call from … Continue reading →

Posted in Family Secrets, gift of love, google, Healing and Recovery, My Life as an Celebrity Event Planner, surprise callers | Tagged Alison Rodgers, Amanda dehaven, Anthony Duckworth, Becki Duckworth, forgiveness, hope, Lance Duckworth, wedding planning, weddings | 13 Comments

Below is a conversation Anthony had with my Niece on Facebook Anthony prove it.

Posted on March 9, 2013 by beckikeyevents | 19 Comments

Protected: Delete , Delete , Delete

Posted on March 5, 2013 by beckikeyevents

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Posted in Adoption, beaten by mother, Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, Dysfunctional Family Relationships, Family Secrets, Healing and Recovery, Mental Health, Toxic Relationships, Traumatic Experiences, Uncategorized | Tagged abuse, adoption, Alison Rodgers, Amanda dehaven, anger, Anthony Duckworth, domestic violence, dysfunctional family, evil children, family betrayal, family conflict, hate, Mandi Dang, narcissistic personality, open adoption, verbal abuse | Enter your password to view comments.

The Water Cooler is Buzzing

Posted on January 22, 2013 by beckikeyevents

I apologize to my readers that I have not yet posted part 2 of when I was stabbed. There could be potentially several parts to that story as the pain and suffering, not only for me, but my children too, … Continue reading →

Posted in Child Abuse, Depression, Domestic Violence, Dysfunctional Family Relationships, Family Secrets, Healing and Recovery, Mental Health, PTSD, Traumatic Experiences | Tagged abusive mother, abusive relationship, alyssa duckworth, Alyssa wooster, Amanda dehaven, Anthony Duckworth, Anthony james duckworth and oregon, anthony walker, burn me, burn my house, children, death threat, depression, domestic violence, family, friends, jan meier plano illinois, Janice delp, janice mary meier, Janice Meier, liars, mental abuse, peace, PTSD, unconditional love, violence | 15 Comments

Goodbye 2012 , Hello 2013

Posted on December 29, 2012 by beckikeyevents

The year started out with a concert that my cousin Tim and his wife, Kris, were able to attend with Ronnie , I and several friends that live out of state. I really enjoy Tim’s company. He is hilarious and … Continue reading →

Posted in Depression, Dysfunctional Family Relationships, Family Secrets, Happy New Year, My Life as an Celebrity Event Planner, PTSD, Uncategorized | Tagged Amanda dehaven, anthony duckworth oregon, Anthony james duckworth and oregon, anthony walker, children, death, depression, domestic violence, family pet dies, friends, God first, husband, jan meier plano illinois, Janice delp, janice mary meier, Mandi dehaven, missing my pet, mistakes, New Year, PTSD, sister, son, talk show, vacation, writing a book | 2 Comments

My Beautiful Nalla Passed Away

Posted on December 25, 2012 by beckikeyevents

December 23rd at 11:07pm my best friend Nalla passed away from a heart attack. Nalla was my Christmas present from Ronnie 16 years ago.

Posted in Depression, Family Secrets, Healing and Recovery, Mental Health, PTSD, The passing of a family pet, Traumatic Experiences, Uncategorized | Tagged abusive relationship, Alison Rodgers, Amanda Dang, Amanda dehaven, Becki Duckworth, Christmas, Christmas depression, death threat, depression, dysfunctional family, family pet dies, friends, grief, holidays, Lance Duckworth, loss of a family member, Mandi dehaven, missing my pet, Nalla Duckworth, officer, peaceful place, PTSD, Ronnie Duckworth, sadness, struggles, unconditional love | Leave a comment

A Letter From My Daughter Ali

Posted on December 23, 2012 by beckikeyevents

Dear Mom, We have had a great weekend together and I really want you to know how incredibly happy I am that you are in my life now in a healthier way then ever before. I am so amazed by … Continue reading →

Posted in Dysfunctional Family Relationships, Healing and Recovery, Life's Blessings and Joys, Mental Health, Toxic Relationships, Traumatic Experiences | Tagged adoption, Alison Rodgers, alyssa duckworth, Alyssa wooster, Amanda dehaven, Anthony Duckworth, anthony walker, Becki Duckworth, Becki Duckworth book, Dicks country dodge, family, fishing, grandmother, growing up, Happy Holidays, harrasment, Lance Duckworth, Mandi Dang, promises | 25 Comments

Protected: The Rise and Fall of Portland Trailblazer Kevin Duckworth

Posted on December 12, 2012 by beckikeyevents

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Posted in Depression, Domestic Violence, Dysfunctional Family Relationships, Family Secrets, Mental Health, My Life as an Celebrity Event Planner, NBA, PTSD, Toxic Relationships, Traumatic Experiences, Uncategorized | Tagged Amanda Dang, Amanda dehaven, athletics, Becki Duckworth, blackmail, broke, buck-naked, car restoration, celebrity, charity work with kids, cheating, cheerleader, Chicago, Christmas, death, depression, family conflict, fast cars, felony conviction, financial problems, heart attack, hookers, infidelity, IRS, Kevin Duckworth, kevin Pritchard, Los Angeles Clippers, love triangle, Mandi dehaven, marci taylor, marlene kanehailua, master woodworker, maxine duckworth, maxine duckworth south holland illinois, media frenzy, memorial service, Milwaukie Bucks, NBA, NBA fans, NBA jersey, NBA player, NBA star, Oregon, Oregon Coast, pawn shop, police, Portland community, portland trailblazer dancer, Portland Trailblazers, Ronnie Duckworth, Salishan Lodge, stolen jewelry, tax debt, Washington Bullets, women problems | Enter your password to view comments.

Welcome Back, Ali

Posted on December 1, 2012 by beckikeyevents

Twenty-five years ago, I gave birth to a beautiful baby girl, who I fell in love with at first sight — and immediately handed over to her adoptive parents. Her name is Alison, but to me, she has always been Ali or … Continue reading →