The War Inside

Published on 28 December 2024 at 22:19

I am a firm believer that you should treat others with kindness and respect because you never know what people are going through and how close they are to the edge and your actions can literally make the difference between them leaping off that edge or backing away from it even if only by a couple of steps. My war started at a young age, and it lives in my mind daily and will for the rest of my life. I would like to step away from my war for a moment and acknowledge other wars going on in my town. My best friend from high school became an addict and we lost touch. Even though we do not talk I still ask about her and check up on her from a distance. I have seen her struggle to get clean and then fall off the wagon and right back into the addiction. I know that she gave birth to a beautiful baby girl that passed away from SIDS years ago and I truly believe that she tries to mask the pain for that internal war by numbing it with drugs. I pray for her all the time. I have an adolescent family member that was just diagnosed with childhood cancer around Christmas time and that is their new war. I can't imagine the pain and fear they are all feeling. My daughter has a couple of friends that come over to visit after Christmas and my children were excited to share what they received only to find out that the friends did not have Christmas and that broke my heart. But their parents are fighting their own wars with finances and transportation. My point is this, we are all going through things. Sure, some are worse than others, and some are more recent than others... But it takes no effort at all to be kind to everyone you encounter. A simple smile can go a long way. Whatever you do today, do it with kindness! Life is too short, and we are all on the struggle bus in some way. I hope 2025 is an amazing year for everyone. I am claiming it now! -Feisty Mommy

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Cindy

2 months ago

After reading this I feel like I know exactly who you are. I am pretty sure your mother was a friend of mine and we stopped being friends after I saw the way y'all were treated and neglected. I am so sorry. If I am wrong about who this is, even still I am so sorry sweetie.

Ellie

You have been through more than enough for any one person. Thank you for sharing your story I know it must be painful to relive the memories as you’re telling it. This really is something that should be discussed more openly. The statistics are heartbreaking when it comes to S.A.

Gracynn

3 months ago

I can resonate with a lot of your blogs. I was assaulted at a young age, but I didn't have the added issue of a mother that didn't care to help. I can't imagine how that must have made you feel. It takes someone purely evil to be that way to anyone, especially their own child.

Landon

I’m a male and was always scared to speak out about sexual abuse. I feel like there’s more of a stigma when a boy has to come forward. It’s a different kind of shaming in our mind I guess. I also had no mother but she wasn’t in the picture at all. It was just my dad and he didn’t give the vibe that you could tell him anything.

Imani

A lot of families seem to like sweeping things under the rug. Mine was the same way. They just dont understand that it makes the trauma and situation so much worse.

Andria

I feel for you from the bottom of my heart. I am so proud of you! And you are such an inspiration! Please keep the blogs coming.

Michelle

I am so happy to see someone speaking out about this. Your story is so sad but the way you have overcome the obstacles inspires me.

Dawn

Your story is so captivating and well written. You are an amazing person and this will help so many people to not have to go through the struggles you have had to endure.