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\nComment by Susan on 22 Dec 2009 at 7:58 pm<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Merry Christmas, Karen! You are one inspirational woman. I am blessed you gave of yourself and told your story to the world. Not many would be so revealing. Most of us are selfish human beings. I know you have a heart and thankful you do. Blessings to you and your family now and forever! Oh, Happy Christmas to Richard Baer, too! Please tell him for me.<\/span><\/p>\n
Susan, from Oklahoma<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Dear Susan,<\/span><\/p>\n
Thank you very much for your kind compliments! I admit there were a few moments I contemplated whether to reveal so much. But I thought it over and realized that without the truth, how could anyone truly grasp the depth of my experiences and journey? <\/span><\/p>\n
If only those close to me during childhood knew what signs to look for. If only I’d realized that I was being abused. Ignorance kept me trapped. Signs were ignored. Most people in my neighborhood were too afraid to step in and do something. Maybe through Switching Time<\/em> people will take a second look, and not turn away whenever they suspect a child is being abused.<\/span><\/p>\n
Surviving abuse was not easy for me and still is a burden at times. It’s difficult to forget all. I continue to do my best to live my best life and encourage hope through sharing my story. I don’t believe those who ignored me were selfish. I believe they were uninformed. Awareness is the key.<\/span><\/p>\n
Thank you for your blessings! I will pass on your Christmas wishes to Dr. Baer.<\/span><\/p>\n
Karen<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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