I am not a sophisticate; I don’t claim to know anything more than most: what I am however is a women who has seen, and lived through the devastating affects of child abuse….so in that regard, I my friend am an expert!
Child abuse is a deadly dormant parasite which lingers in the far participles of the abused inner most recess; both mentally and physically. It masks itself behind well-organized wardrobes and hairdos; polished speeches and success. What it doesn’t and won’t find a way to do however, is eradicate the shame, hurt and dysfunction the abused is saddled with: without America first taking a look at it self and what we as a nation have become too value. Hog- wash, I say to all of you who dare to act surprised at the rate of teen pregnancy, drop out, drugs and suicide….you yes You the public and Government has sacrificed our youth for years. I imagine it’s because we have become so mundane and disconnected from life and it’s personal interaction, that unless there is blood, gore, or fame involved it really doesn’t touch our conscious. I can tell you first hand most Americans that have suffered the shattering effects of abuse are merely time bombs waiting too happen. Unless given the proper forum and coping mechanisms needed to remove a blemish that festers so deep it has become a major catalyst, ending marriages, spiritual beliefs, sexuality and lives….. WHAT SAY YOU?
Read Mrs. Sullivans’ Memoir: www.cucumbershavethorns.com
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