What to say! I was unsure if I should reveal such pa insulin experiences. I don't want anyone to think I'm taking advantage or seeking sympathy. It's only in the last few years that spoken about it.
A few times I really regretted it. I was asked what I had done to anger my father. One friend (not anymore) kept saying there must have been a reason. I must have provoked him somehow. He didn't abuse my mother so I must have done something wrong. It took me years to realize there could be no excuse for a parent saying things like that to their child. I never felt safe or taken care of as a child. Or loved. That is very hard to admit. I have compassion for anyone that was abused, especially as a child. I realize now that I never had any for myself.
Ginger I hope you're right and if even one person sees this and it helps them feel less alone it's all worth it. Thanks