Behind the Ratchetness
From the streets of San Antonio to the vibrant energy of Brooklyn, my life took many turns. Born in 1986, I grew up in a dysfunctional family, and after my parents' divorce, my mother remarried. At around 10 years old, trauma entered our home, leading to years of abuse. To cope, I sought solace in drugs and alcohol, numbing the pain that festered within. This abuse transformed me into a bully, filled with deep anger and rage. I lashed out, my words cutting like a knife, destroying friendships and relationships without remorse. My addiction escalated, leading to physical abuse towards my husband and those closest to me. I lied, cheated, and stole, embracing a "ratchet mentality" that made me feel untouchable. This life, fueled by pain and anger, defined my early years.
Kristi Balser
My journey begins in the streets of Baltimore, MD where I eas born and raised. I was a part of a family of 4 siblings and a single mom that held the house together. In my teenage years is where I found myself finding the joy of clubs and the night life because I always looked older then I was. At the age of 16 I started working as an exotic dancer at a high end club. Even though I never tried drugs and alcohol I still was surrounded by it everyday. It wasn't until I moved to Kentucky for 6 years having my 2 children and in an abusive relationship the whole time, that I found my way back to Maryland and became an alcoholic at the ripe age of 25. This behavior would continue for 5 more years until I had my 3rd son but unfortunately shortly after having him I began drinking again. This continued on and off until 2019 when I got pregnant with my 4th son. In 2020 is when God hit me up side my head and that's when I met this crazy blue haired chick that was as Ratchet as I was ... ans now we are both saved!
Carrin Foster
"The stories shared here are powerful reminders that no matter our past, breakthrough is always possible. I felt so uplifted after reading them."
Maria S.
"It's refreshing to see such raw honesty about faith and personal growth. Ratchet2Rightous truly shows that spirituality doesn't mean losing your authentic self."
Trisha L.
"Their testimonies are a beacon of hope. It truly resonated with me to hear about finding faith while still embracing the 'ratchet' parts of life in a positive way."
Jessica R.
Embracing faith, staying true to self
Our journey to a more righteous life is anchored in the Lord's word, surrounded by like-minded people who uplift and support us. It means moving forward without looking back, like Lot's wife, always focusing on the path ahead. Being "still ratchet at times" doesn't mean reverting to old ways; it means embracing our authenticity, recognizing that our past experiences have shaped us, but do not define us. It's about finding joy and humor in life, keeping it Gucci, sexy, and spicy, while remaining spiritually grounded within that unique "ratchetness." We believe in standing bold in our faith, being true to ourselves, and understanding that regardless of our background, there is always breakthrough. We want you to feel empowered and inspired, knowing that your past doesn't limit your potential for spiritual growth and a life filled with purpose.
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