~Everybody should believe in something. I believe I'll have another coffee.~
Wow, I don't even know what to say Taj. It's rare indeed, that we see such a serious post from you.
Having been the victim of a rape when I was 15, and getting pregnant as a result of that, I also know what that little girl went through. I however, didn't carry the pregnancy through.
I can only imagine what she thought as they sliced into her and removed that baby.
I can only imagine what she's thinking as her life has been turned upside down, and I can only hope that she is provided with a bloody good support system in order to help her deal with this trauma!
Dawn: Yes, tis rare and doesn't happen often. But my uncomfortable level is at an all time high at the moment.
You never said what happened to you at 15. Once again, we share similar experiences. In this case I wish neither of us had too.
That is the main thing..that she have a great support system. It can mean a world of difference.
What always comes through loudly in any of your posts is how strong you are; and I can't be the only one who has picked up on that strength coming partly from what you've conquered in your life.
I hope all those things for that 10-year old that you already have hoped for her; additionally I hope that she has within her that power and strength I know comes from within the core of YOU.
Thanks for sharing this.
Jules
House of Jules
Jules: Wow, I don't know what to say. You sure know how to make a woman feel good. (I REALLY want to crack a joke right here but...)
I had no one to help me through and it would have made a huge difference in the path I traveled. Not that where I ended up would have changed but how I got here would have.
I never thought I'd be in a happy place/state of mind and I revel in the fact that I am.
I don't know what to say except
(((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))
I am glad you didn't pull this one- as painful as it is- it gives us all a deeper understanding of who you are-what made you the person you are- as painful as it is to remember and to tell- you set the example that it happens to alot of innocent children, that it doesn't have to kill you, or ruin you- it can be lived thru - but a fucking shame that someone took that innocense from you ...I admire your honesty and your strength anc the fact that you are not afraid to speak up about it, and the fact that it almost - but thanfully- did not- kill you! (((HUGS)))
I think Jules is spot on....you definitely have a strength within you that is admirable. Thank you for sharing such an emotionally raw experience and reminding your audience that not everything in life is funny.
We can only hope that this little 10yr old can find the same strength and courage that you have developed Taj.
The same ability to rise and conquer.
The same ability to wake each morning and begin again.
You give us all who have crappy pasts a glimmer of hope and strength.
The hope we can laugh at life again, and the strength to laugh.
M.O.M: Very true, Things as horrid as this don't have to kill you or ruin you. My hope for that little girl is lots of love in her life and if she doesn't have that, I hope that she finds the path that leads to a stronger, happier her.
Melisa: Hugs are greatly appreciated.
Jen: Thank you. I struggle sometimes when putting the unfunny bits here. Part of my personality I suppose. But sometimes I feel I just need to, like with this post. Even if it leaves me slightly uncomfortable.
Keri: Those were lovely words. It took a long time but I'm happy to wake each day, happy to laugh, happy to be me. That little girl has such a long road to travel and I hope her bumps are gentle ones.
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