NEVER underestimate the power of a woman! An Arkansas mother of four built a new home, and a new future for herself and four kids by watching YouTube! Cara Brookins left an abusive marriage looking for a new start. She couldn't afford to buy a house, so she & her kids built one. WFAA reports, they watched YouTube tutorials, and sought advice from people at Home depot. They had no prior experience, or knowledge of home construction, but now Cara & her family live in a beautiful 5 bedroom house. Brookins has written a book about her family's journey, "Rise, How A House Built A Family." Her story is proof, no matter how hard an abuser tries to convince you otherwise, there is hope.

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