Monthly Archives: September 2011

Thoughts on 9/11/11

Posted on September 11, 2011 by

I love the fall, but I hate this time, this day. Usually, that is. The 11th day of September has been a rough day for 8 years. Last year for the first time it wasn’t because I was with my … Continue reading →

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Saturday, September 10

Posted on September 10, 2011 by

Good morning all! This post doesn’t have a plan. I just wanted to reach out and wish everyone a happy Saturday, September 10th. Tomorrow is the 10th anniversary of 9/11/01. It is a day that is hard for so many … Continue reading →

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Happy Mellow Wednesday

Posted on September 7, 2011 by

The week has been rough when I am honest about it. Probably a bit longer than that. Just kind of feeling a lot of pressure and while helpful, the blogs about the abuse are difficult. Healing, but difficult to write. … Continue reading →

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Your point of view

Posted on September 6, 2011 by

Next week is the week that I pretty much dread. It is the week I spend back east with my mom doing her thing. Driving her every where and spending time with her friends. Seriously the thought of it makes … Continue reading →

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I never thought I would say this

Posted on September 5, 2011 by

In writing about my abuse I discovered something I thought I would never feel or say. I am happy that my brother Sean is not here. Sean and I were really close and he would know what was going on. … Continue reading →

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My truth and letting it go

Posted on September 4, 2011 by

There is this idea of “getting over” things. I think it is a great concept, but it does require work for most situations. Rarely is it as easy as people seem to think. I have my truth. We all do. … Continue reading →

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Thoughts at the dealership: denial

Posted on September 3, 2011 by

I spent part of my day at the dealership. I love that place! No really I do. They have great coffee, computer room, free wi-fi and a kicking TV. Not to mention they are just all so nice. It is … Continue reading →

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Warning: Adult Content – The Aftermath of the Abuse Part 1

Posted on September 2, 2011 by

I find it interesting that people never realize the aftermath of abuse and rape. How many times have you heard someone say “It’s over. Stop thinking about it.” If it was that easy we who have experienced it would all be … Continue reading →

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