New blog

I have recently opened a new chapter to my life. I have decided to become more active in the healing process of women who have been raped or sexually assaulted. To do this, I have started another blog called Rape should not be a four letter word.

There is a stigma that comes with the word "rape" and healing would be much easier if this stigma was removed. It reminds me of breast cancer. Twenty years ago, when someone said the words "breast cancer" they would say it in a whisper, in hopes that nobody would hear. It was frowned upon to say it. However, nowadays this is not the case. There are pink ribbons, t-shirts, charities, awareness programs, and a SLEW of other paraphernalia that promotes breast cancer awareness Not to mention the survivor rate, donations for research and awareness or symptoms have all improved. The shame the word once carried have changed to a feeling concern or reverence when you say the words "breast cancer." -instead of the shame. There is nothing to be ashamed about when it comes to breast cancer. Just as there is nothing to be ashamed about being raped/ sexually assaulted. They both need healed from, they both will scar you, and they both need a support system to help you overcome the effects of it. On my blog I will be posting my story to help other assault victims on their journey of healing. I will be writing articles about my healing process and what I have learned. --writing is very therapeutic to me. I also hope to help those who are trying to assist loved ones with their healing. Please feel free to pass the blog around. Chances are you know someone who has experienced either rape or sexual assault. Statistics alone support that. --its one in four in case you were wondering.

This blog isn't going anywhere. I have to much fun with it.
Thank you everyone for your love and support with this.