Comment by Merideth on 16 Sep 2010 at 3:35 am

I am so happy to connect with you. Your story made a life change difference for the better in me. I was afraid of everything. I thought everyone could see that I was abused. But after reading your story and posts I can see clearly that it is possible to heal after the trauma. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing your story with us little people. I have grown because I know there are people like you who care enough to share the pain I kept hidden.

God Bless You.

Merideth

Dear Merideth,

You’re welcome! Thank you for sharing. I understand being afraid of everything. That comes when one doesn’t feel secure. I believe each of us has the ability to heal if we want to. It’s no doubt hard work, but possible. In sharing with each other we learn from each other about what is possible. I feared sharing at one time, too. It takes time to build trust and share. I am glad that you chose to share with me. That’s a great step towards feeling free from the burden of your past. Though past pain can’t be seen like outside bruises, it can be seen in the way one carries oneself when one’s confidence and self esteem have taken a blow. Sadness can be seen. Please take care of yourself.

God bless you!

Karen