The stories I tell aren't easy at all (there's physical, sexual, emotional and verbal abuse) but I'm sick of hiding them. I see other friends begin to feel better in writing about their own lives. It's me, I'm not crazy and it's the only life I have. I'm not ashamed, I'm tired....tired of keeping it secret. If it helps make people feel less alone in their suffering, then it makes it all worthwhile. I'm not here to tarnish anyone's memory or hurt anyone, just be honest, for me. No names are mentioned, well, unless you count our dog and cat :)
If you're new to this blog, it kind of makes more sense to read the posts in order, although jumping in anywhere is okay too. I've tried my best to write them chronologically, although, as things might come back to me that I have forgotten, I may post a few out of order. I will try to make note of it, at the beginning of the post.
Please share my blog. I hope to reach other people who have struggled with abuse and let them know you can be happy and not tethered to shame and secrecy, for the rest of your life!
If you're new to this blog, it kind of makes more sense to read the posts in order, although jumping in anywhere is okay too. I've tried my best to write them chronologically, although, as things might come back to me that I have forgotten, I may post a few out of order. I will try to make note of it, at the beginning of the post.
Please share my blog. I hope to reach other people who have struggled with abuse and let them know you can be happy and not tethered to shame and secrecy, for the rest of your life!
XOXO Erin Grace
Erin Grace, thank you for speaking out about your abuse. It does help others to know that healing is possible and to know that they are not alone. I am glad that we met recently on Twitter. Talking was how I did most of my healing work, along with reading every book that I could find on the topic of healing from incest. Thank you for having the courage to share your own story.
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