Comment by Mal89 on 16 Sep 2012 at 3:59 pm

Hey, just read your book. The abuse was disturbing, but despite everything you became victorious over your abusers. Your were able to overcome your illness, and in turn you were able to live a full life. I cried at the end, not out of sadness, but happy that you were able to leave the abusive relationship with your husband. It was an amazing story of survival and healing. I do have a question. The book doesn’t say how old your niece was when the abuse came out in the open? I was also wondering how is she coping with what happened to her? Also, does she reach out to you sometimes.

Mal89

Dear Mal89,

Thank you for sharing! Yes, I have been victorious over my abusers and hope to help others, too! I’m living my best life at this time. I’m happy and enjoying many activities I once never thought possible. My abusive husband passed away two years ago, and during the last few years, I often wondered what would have happened if he received therapy and help. But it was best to let go and not go back there. My hope is that he is at peace.

My niece was six at the time the abuse came to light. She is doing wonderfully! She’s happily married and expecting her first child. I am so proud of her. We talk often and she has read the book. We have a close relationship and she knows I’m here for her always.

Karen