I have children and I am forced to deal with this issue on a regular basis and I can say that this hits the nail on the head in every way.
Thank you for making this post Sweet Marie.
Words have the power to be dangerous, and when you are speaking in terms of domestic abuse, semantics do matter. So often, statements and quotes offered up in attempt to encourage a survivor of domestic violence actually end up having the opposite effect. How many of us will internalize what you said without seeking clarification, maybe being influenced to change the meaning attached to the simplest of words that could result in us reassigning blame to ourselves? How many of us would momentarily protest but give up once we have been talked over enough? How many of us would speak up in our defense and make our voice heard?
Opening up and holding a dialogue open about how abuse happens is imperative. With the number of reported cases climbing, and taking into consideration the vast number of victims not coming forward, it is urgent that we talk openly about it…
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July 18, 2014 at 05:15
Oh, how lovely to see you again, Teela; I have been concerned, have wondered how you were doing. Hugs, Ali xxx
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July 18, 2014 at 09:39
Hey Ali,
It’s good to see you as well…
I am doing ok.
❤
Tee
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July 17, 2014 at 20:20
Hey Girl!
I agree with AoA;
You’ve been missed!
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July 17, 2014 at 20:23
Hey Texan!
I’ve missed everybody too.
I’m back…….for a few days anyway.
T
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July 17, 2014 at 20:07
So good to have you back💜 you have been missed!
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July 17, 2014 at 20:10
Thank you AoA,
I have missed everyone tremendously! I may have to step back again for a bit, but I wanted to pop in and say hello to everyone.
I am currently in the wings waiting for the next step. 😉
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July 17, 2014 at 20:43
It is all part of your story, Teela… You are loved and thought of often! You are amazing💜
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July 17, 2014 at 23:07
Thank you AoA.
Now, I’m gonna cry.
❤
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