Friday Fun!! Friday Fun!!
It’s Friday!!
Before I start with my regular Friday nonsense, I do have something that happened this week that I’d like to share. I’ve struggled over whether or not I wanted to talk about it, but ultimately, I feel like I need to. Not just for myself, but for others who have been, will be, or know someone in my situation, and for people who know my personal story and have offered love and support.
Many of you might remember THIS POST I did about my experience with abuse. It was a crappy, although necessary post to write, and one that I dreaded and feared for a long time. Ultimately though, I am more than a victim. I am a mom. And as a mom, I have a moral obligation to show my scars with no shame or fear. There are children in the world who need that to pull strength from, and I cannot use my selfish wish to be “normal” and “fit in” to shun them of that. How can I tell my kids that they should speak up and know they will believed and loved if anyone ever hurts them, if I hide what happened to me like I did something wrong?
It’s just not an option.
With all that being said, sometimes the abuser going to prison isn’t the end of the story (although I wish it was).
Awhile back, I found out that my dad had been granted parole and would be released June 25th of this year. After making some calls, I found out that he is being paroled to Kettering, Ohio. Bad for the people of Kettering, but it gave me peace to know that I wouldn’t be running into him at the grocery store. For the past week or so, I’ve been dreading Monday and feeling just sick. Because although it shouldn’t really affect my every day life, I have not had to live in a world where the man that hurt me was free since I was a teenager. It’s kind of a scary feeling.
This past Wednesday, I got a call that he was released early, and was out that day. I was on my way to take Jon David to eat pizza for lunch, and it really threw me for a loop. I had kind of pushed it away, thinking I’d deal with it Monday, and just wasn’t prepared. Of course I took Jon David for his pizza, and later gave myself time to sit and think.
I have no anger or wish for revenge. My only concerns about his release are if they affect my safety or ability to live a happy life with my family. Hopefully, they won’t.
I’d like to say that the time in prison has given him time to reflect and change, but I don’t know. What does 15 years in prison do to a person? Can any of us really say?
Of course, my husband and I have taken safety measures, and there is a no contact order in place. I am hopeful that I can continue to live as I have, and it will not affect me in the slightest.
I tell you all of this because you need to know that something like this is never truly over. As a teenager, it was hard to imagine the day when I’d have to worry about him again. But here I am, 32, with a 7 year old and a baby on the way, worried and scared.
I am not a drama queen. I don’t talk about this much at home or to friends. I don’t want what he did to be who I am.
BUT. I am scared. I am sad. And one day, this baby will be born, and it will get older, and want to know about my parents.
And although it kills me…I will tell the truth.
If you are in a similar situation, please know that there are people who understand. But also know that unfortunately, you can’t push it away forever. Times like this will come, where you will be forced to face it. Do so with courage and grace.
If you know someone in a similar situation, never take mistake silence for contentment. Sometimes a hug, a simple, “how are you today?” or a plate of cookies (okay, ALWAYS a plate of cookies) goes a long way.
Okay.
Now that THAT mess is out of the way, let’s talk about the GOOD stuff that happened this week. Want to?
First — baby started kicking!! I felt the first wiggles on Father’s Day, and have felt pops, nudges, and swimmy movements every day since.
Second — I’m hungry. Alllllll the time. It’s great!! I just eat when I feel like I need to and feel zero guilt.
Third — I sent Jon David to work with his daddy one day this week. Did I feel totally guilty and like a bad mom? YES. Did I love going 8 hours without answering questions and watching True Blood while I ate lunch (and ice cream). YES!!!! Sometimes, you gotta do what you gotta do for your sanity.
Wanna see what ELSE I did this week?
I made Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles!! Only 3 ingredients and they taste great!!
Are you watching the Real Housewives of New Jersey? It’s a hot mess and I love every minute. I’ve got a recap of the latest episode up HERE.
Cherry Cheesecake Cookies!! Don’t go another day without them in your life.
Don’t forget, we’ve also got weekly Bachelorette and True Blood recaps on That’s What She WE Said, as well as Summer book recommendations and meal plans every Monday.
Enjoy your Friday and have a fabulous weekend!!
Thanks for visiting my blog! I realize you could be doing more important things with your time. Like watching the news or washing socks. I hope you stay awhile. Much more fun than socks, I promise. 
I think you’re very brave for sharing this story about your dad with us. I don’t know if I would have the same strength if I was in that situation.
I bet all that eating is one of the best parts of being pregnant. When I have kids (in many, many years lol) I am going to SO enjoy that :D
Your post brought tears to my eyes…in a, “Wow, she really IS that awesome of a person” way. There really are no words. Bravo.
I wish you peace of mind and that his release will have NO EFFECT WHATSOEVER on you and your family.
Thank you for sharing your heart. I don’t know what else to say, but I’m praying for you and your family, and also for your dad that he was able to change and learn from his horrible mistakes.
And don’t feel like a bad mom for shipping him off with dad. My mom did that a couple times every summer, and those days with my daddy are some of my favorite childhood memories. I’m sure I was a pain to lug around to my dad, but I loved riding in the truck with him, getting to do the menial tasks with him, and feeling like I was his biggest helper. That’s the stuff memories are made of! :)
You are SO BRAVE. I admire you for being able to speak up, and I hope other victims of abuse are comforted by your words.
Thanks for very honest and poignant posts. I know it has to help others in the same situation.
Kristan, not a day goes by that I don’t think you’re a far better person than I will ever be. You have more courage than anyone I know, and I really look up to you for it.
Thank you for being a voice of reason, honesty, and courage about such a difficult subject.
I’m really sorry. Glad he is far away from you. Hope it all stays that way. Do you know people who would be in contact with him and also you to keep you up to date as to where he is? Anyway, yay for a kicking baby! Love that sense of security that comes with that.
You have my upmost respect and I think you are one of the bravest ladies I know of. I would give you a great big hug and a plate of cookies if we lived closer! I will say a little prayer for you and your beautiful family.
You’re so brave and honest and courageous to share that story with us. I hope everything works out for you and your family and that he stays far far away. Love that the baby is kicking and I’ve heard so many things about the RHONJ hahaha hilarious!
thinking of you – i don’t have any experience with that, but i think you’re totally brave and strong enough to do whatever it is you need to do AND i really admire the fact that you’re set on telling your kids the truth, regardless. stuff like that is hard, but it makes it harder when parents try to tiptoe around bad family stuff, you know?
yay for baby kicks :)
I don’t know you but you seem like a great person, brave and thoughtful.
I wish all the best for you and your family. And I wish I could give you a plate of cookies right now!
I understand why you are scared! It must be a really strange and heavy feeling, but I really hope you can put it aside (as much as possible) and allow those around you to support and protect you. Plus you’ve got other better things to think of right!? You’ve got a husband and kid to love, a baby to plan for, awesome blog posts to write, delicious pregnant lady cravings to satisfy… go, go, go! Onward and upward! I love you Kristan!
xo
I really do just want to give you a hug. You ARE full of courage and grace, and it’s how I hope to deal with difficult situations in my life. You are such an inspiration!! Continue to be strong and loving, you have such a wonderful support system both in your beautiful family and the thousands of people who have grown to love you through your blog!!
Wow. I had never read your previous post on this subject and both posts brought tears to my eyes. You are an incredibly strong woman and your children are so blessed that YOU broke the cycle and took charge of your life. You have so much to be proud of, and we are all proud of you.
xoxo
Dear Kristin,
I always enjoy reading your posts, and don’t know how I managed to miss the post about your past. I am guessing it was back in the fall when my life was so busy I had to break off my laptop for a while. But, reading it today with the tears running down my face, I had to write you.
I can not imagine what you have gone through, but to have lived that life and become the person you are is amazing. You are definately one courageous woman. I have always enjoyed your sense of humor, and now to see what you overcome to get that humor is outstanding. You go girl!
Your love for Jon David is so profound, and I love to hear the stories about him. Can’t wait to hear the stories about the new little one. So happy that you have found a man to share your life with.
Hope that in time this news about your father will move to the back of your mind. I can imagine how tough it is right now.
Keep up the blogging. You are so funny. And love, love, love the recipes.
Hugs to you.
There really aren’t words for this. Thank you for being so brave and strong, we are all wishing you peace of mind and a truly happy future with your beautiful family.
On a different note, those cheesecake cookies look amazing! Have a great weekend. :)
Kristan,
I’m thinking about you & praying for you. You & your family are full of love & goodness and nothing can break thru that.
Sending love & prays,
Christina
You are truly amazing to share your story! Also thank for being so hilarious and making my day EVERY day! You are basically the cutest pregnant woman EVER! Love love love you and your blog!
How wonderful that your precious baby is kicking you, reminding you of the blessings in life.
No one should have to go through what you did, but by sharing your story, you are helping others who may be in a similar situation. I can’t even imagine how difficult that would be.
I want to tell you that I think you are so witty and I truly look forward to every one of your posts. You have many people behind you & just know that you are supported by many of us in blogland. I will keep you family in my prayers.
Yes, you are right, cookies are always an amazing comfort ….(cupcakes too!)
You’re so brave and so very inspirational! Not a lot of people can put on a courageous face and own this awful situation with grace and confidence, but you do–and because of that, you’re probably shining a light on some very dark situations out there that need that push to ask for help or get help. I can only imagine the pain and confusion and sadness and fear you probably feel with your dad’s recent release, but just know that you’re a strong woman with a family who loves you, a successful blog and a pretty great head on your shoulders–and that’s all you need. The extra stuff is just stuff–unneeded drama and pain that never has to come back into your life unless you want it to. And uh, the only drama I think you need is of the Real Housewives variety. Just sayin’.
Stay strong and true–you’re inspirational to me more than you know, and I know you’ll get through this mess smiling and sparkly as usual :)
Wow. You are so courageous and brave. I admire you so much for not being ashamed to talk about it. May God continue to bless you and watch over your little family.
Oh Kristan, thank you for sharing. I’m not sure where you stand as far as faith and things go, but I would love to be praying for you and your family. I admire your strength to walk through hard situations with courage and grace. While I haven’t been exactly in your shoes, I work closely with many women who have. If you ever need anything, including prayers, just let me know. So so grateful for you!
You are one of the funniest, most creative, and genuine people I have ever had the privilege of knowing (if only through your wonderful blog). What you did, today and all those years ago, took a strength most people could only dream of. You truly have a beautiful heart. Thank you for sharing it with others.
My heart is with you. I will keep you in prayers. You are an inspiration to a lot of people. I enjoy your blog so very much.
I had never read your previous post. I can’t even imagine. Not that the support of a total stranger should matter that much, but good for you. Good for you on countless levels. That you finally told and went through the aftermath, that you got through it all and didn’t let it keep you from having a happy life, that you aren’t willing to hide it because it *is* so important for people to know, to understand, especially little guys. You’re an amazing person. Don’t ever let anyone tell you otherwise.
And woot, woot. Baby kicks are so fun, aren’t they? Those and the hiccups were such a strange and wonderful sensation. :)
You are such a strong, brave and inspirational woman. And you are definitely NOT a drama queen for being scared, I would be too!! I’ll be praying for the wellbeing you and your family, for safety and health =) I wish I lived close by to share with you some cookies, I don’t bake often, but I would gladly whip up a batch just for you! Sending big hugs your way, and again, thank you for being such an inspiration with all the things that you do =)
Thank you for sharing your fears today – it touched me deep in my soul. You have loving people around you not only at home but here, your blog family. I am new here but I truly enjoy reading everyday. It is best to talk out things and do not hold them it. Eating is fun – eating for two is better. Love your recipes and stories. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers!!!!
Have a great weekend and now that dreaded day is over!!! You can now look ahead.
Wow, Kristan. I hadn’t read that story of yours before and am in aw of how incredibly brave you are. What you have lived through is something no one should ever ever face. The fact that you have started a safe and loving family of your own is proof that you didn’t let him win. I hope that you are able to get through this rough time with as little pain as possible. Words can not convey how my heart goes out to you and your family.
Hello,
I just wanted to tell you how very much I enjoy reading your posts and seeing all the delicious recipes you share with us. I have tried many of them and I always get rave reviews from my family! I was so sad when I read your post today because I also had missed your previous post last fall so I had no idea at all about the terrible things you had to go through when you were growing up. I thank god that I have never been in a situation like yours, but I am so inspired by your bravery to be able to tell your story and be an inspiration for someone who might be in a similar situation as yours. I have followed you for awhile now from Ohio, but my cousin also lives in Arkansas so I made sure I had her follow you as well because I knew she would enjoy you too!! Thank you again for being an inspiration to so many!! And for always making my day a little brighter!! :)
You are so brave, and such a great role model to others out there! What an inspiring story filled with so much honesty too. As for your dad, ummm, excuse me, but Kettering is in MY backyard. Okay, not backyard for real, but it’s not far at all, we actually go there to swim every year for a meet.
Anywho….you are such an adorable prego lady too. Shoot, I would send all my kids with their daddy to work, and I have no reason to be alone, except to be alone!
Hugs,
Aimee
You are amazing!
I’ve been watching some of the Sandusky trial and every time I thought of you. Sexual abuse is not just about sex — it’s about power and control. One of the reasons those boys, now men, didn’t come forward was because of Sandusdy’s position and power in the community. The one or two who did weren’t believed. The people who should have done something looked the other way. Shame on all of them. You were able to find the courage to speak up — and just as important — you were listened to and believed. Bless you, Kristan.
Kristan,
I always enjoy reading your post because you typically make me laugh. That’s a talent that I am glad you share with those of us who enjoy reading your blog. To tell you the truth, I have never made one of your recipes! I come here to see what you are going to say next.
Today you made me happy that I have made your blog a part of my life. You are a strong woman who has managed to pull together a beautiful family and life despite the pain of your younger life. Thank you for taking a stand. I am sure that someone reading your post will be able to relate to the pain you suffered and be better because you shared it with the world.
Glad the baby is kicking! And Jon David probably didn’t mind be shipped off for one day, even though the two of you have a very special relationship.
Hopefully the most painful part of your father’s release has passed, knowing that he is free. Hopefully there will be nothing more painful for you.
Diane
Kristan, you are just a ray of sunshine! You are full of grace and your children are lucky to have you (husband too :) ) Prayers for you as you go through this journey!
You’re such an amazing lady, Kristan! Praying that your father’s release won’t affect your life in any other way and that you can continue to live happily and securely without fear. You’re such a strong and clever and joyful person. We’re all lucky to have you share your stories (both the good and the bad) with us. xo
You are such a strong woman… mentally (for not letting a terrible situation define or destroy you) and physically (growing a baby from scratch!). I wish you peace in the next few weeks while your brain wraps around the new circumstances you face. There are many types of abuse and none should be tolerated. And you should smile just knowing that this post and your prior post may be saving someone’s life right now.
I have been reading and enjoying your blog for several months now – your humor is as appealing as your food! I’ve never felt as compelled to comment until today to tell you how much more in awe I am of you now knowing your upbringing. You are an amazing, strong victor who has surely helped others by sharing your story. We take their power away when we stand up for ourselves and say “no more.” (My dad was an abusive alcoholic but never went to jail and I’m 44). It took me until I was in college to realize he couldn’t hurt me anymore. Like you said, you were a child when he was locked up and now you are all grown up. I hope you won’t mind me sharing this verse with you: “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. If you do this, you will experience God’s peace, which is far more wonderful than the human mind can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7″ Thank you for sharing your story and your recipes and especially your humor. Keep smiling!
I Love & actually look forward to your posts & what fun it is now to watch Housewives & laugh at the parts that I know your going to have fun with! I’m sorry you had to go through that horrible time in your life! It is over, uou are stronger & the law will help you to keep him away! Keep enjoying your beautiful son & look forward to the fun/craziness your new one is going to bring!
I’m sure its all been said up there but really, well done you. Continue to stay strong and honest.
More hugs.
You are so brave, so strong and such a bright light in your family’s lives! Stay strong friend!! :)
You are AMAZING!!! ?
You are AMAZING!!! ?
The bravery you have shown is probably the best quality you can demonstrate for your kids . There are not enough people that know how to be brave enough to help themselves. I work in a children’s hospital where I, sadly, have to see the victims of abuse with far too much frequency. Perhaps if more people spoke up about the issues that could exist in *anyone’s* household and learned to ask the painful questions, our children would not have to suffer in silence. Thank you for your honesty. May the strength you have already shown continue to give you a wonderful life.
Bless you for sharing your story. I so appreciate it when others share their “not perfect” sides. It takes courage and grace.
You are such an inspiration to me all the time!! i don’t have any experience at all with this sort of thing, so I can’t even imagine the hurt, confusion and fear that you must be feeling right now. You are strong and beautiful and I know that by sharing your story you have helped many other ladies who might be in the same situation!!! Thank you for being that strong and sharing your story, even when it was hard.
On a much happier note, I just love those cheesecake cookies so much:-)
You are amazing!
Stay STRONG – Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers!!!
Thank you for sharing something that is so personal. You are amazing.
Thank you for sharing your story. I will pray for you.
You truly are an inspiration to everyone in so many ways. I look forward to your funny posts, amazing recipes (which by the way make me want chocolate at 4:00 a.m.) and your super cute face. The photos of your “growing belly” are terrific – you’ll have to make them into a flip book!! Thanks for being you!
Kristen–you are truly one of the bravest, strongest, most courageous women I know (well, not *know*-know, but you know what I mean). I have no experience in what an awful situation this must be for you, but I do know that by sharing your story, you are helping many others in similar situations. I’ll keep you and your family in my prayers.
{hugs}
I wish that I were there to give you a hug and bake you some cookies. But, I am afraid that baking for you would be so intimidating because, well, you are a queen, after all. :) You are a strong, amazing, beautiful wife, mother, and person. I wish that I had words of wisdom about not letting that man steal your joy because he did that enough when you were young. I will say that you are helping so many people by being so honest and telling your story. You are incredibly brave, and your children will always know just how amazing you truly are. You are in my thoughts and prayers, sweet girl.
What a strong and brave woman you are! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in hopes that nothing disrupts your lives and the joy of welcoming your new baby!
“the truth will set you free”
Be proud of the women you are and remember you don’t have the problem, those that
hurt others do.
Your Cookbook Queen blog is wonderful and so inspiring! Love, love your recipes and thoughts on this world!!!
Hugs and Love,
Jeanette
You bring a smile to my face everyday when I read your posts. I am soooo sorry this happened to you. (((((((HUGS)))))))))
Kristan,
I am not one who normally comments on blog posts, but I felt compelled to today. Tears were streaming down my face as I read your story. Thank you for sharing such a difficult, personal thing with your readers. I am praying you continue to walk in forgiveness and grace, and that the peace of God which surpasses all understanding, will guard your heart and mind through Christ Jesus. Blessings to you and your growing family xoxo
My heart aches for you as I read this. I applaud you and admire your brave and honest posts. Unfortunately, you & I share a common bond in what we’ve endured at the hands of someone who should’ve been protecting not harming us. I haven’t been as strong as you in being able to share my story….maybe someday.
I hope and pray that joy and peace overshadow any pain you may feel, especially as you prepare to welcome a sweet new baby to your family.
Thank you for sharing your heart and raising awareness. Blessings and prayers!
Thank you for being so brave and posting this. I was sexually molested by my uncle when I was a little girl and I remember all to well having to tell the room full of strangers what happened and deal with the outcome with my parents and family. In the end, my step dad’s parents and the rest of that side of the family blamed me. My grandfather went to his grave calling me a liar. He just refused to hear the truth. As a young kid growing up I felt confused and constantly seeked male attention because my step father was not a lovey kind of guy. So I went looking for love in all the wrong places which led to more sexual harassment and eventually rape. It’s taken me a long time to deal with all of that…and now that I’m expecting my 3rd child…I’m secretly hoping for another girl. To have a boy and feel the pressures of nursing him (which nursing for me never goes well) and deal with the idea of having my son that close to my body which has only ever been seen or used for sexual purposes scares me to death and my husband God Bless him tries to help me through my struggles everyday. But it’s nice knowing I’m not the only adult still dealing with the aftermath of abuse. Stories like this make me feel stronger.
I’m so excited your baby is moving around. I’m just a few weeks behind you (at 14 weeks) so I can’t wait till I can feel our little nugget move around. :)
I just read your first post after reading this. when I first read it, it was so close to my pastors story. She is the wife of my pastor and her story is very close. I think you are extremely brave and hope you can help others by your testimony. You are right, it doesn’t need to define who you are, just a piece of what you went through in order to help others.
Oh you sweet, sweet mom! You are courageous! We adopted our daughter from Russia when she was four and is the love of our lives, along with our two boys. We were always told to never sugar coat the truth in those circumstances.
As hard as it was for her to hear, at the right time (18), she needed to hear why she was truly better off instead of a fantasy of believing they were like a prince and princess done wrong. She loves us with all her heart but still needed to hear the truth.
You are so right, by hiding from the truth, it helps no one. I am so sorry that you had to endure such a crappy upbringing but you are certainly making a difference by telling your story!
I will be praying for you to adjust to this news
Wow…you are so sweet and such an inspiration to others in that situation. I can’t imagine the pain and fear you have lived through. I will keep you in my prayers and keep reading.
Because your blog is great! I look forward to reading each week and trying all of the delicious recipes. Loving the excitement of a new baby!
I am so proud of you for writing about this again Kristan. He is a monster and I pray that you can banish him from your thoughts and enjoy your family. I can’t imagine the fierceness you must feel to protect your little man and your baby. Hugs to you. And your’re awesome my friend.
Kristan, I am so sorry you have to go through all of that and the have to relive the flood of memories associated with with your father’s release. Please know that you have a whole internet family that is here for you and stands by you. :O)
Te sigo desde España (perdon por no conocer tu idioma :( ) y nunca antes te había escrito.
Debe de haber sido muy doloroso para ti contar tu historia.
No tengo dudas que fuiste una adolestente valiente y una mujer muy fuerte. Te admiro y te deseo mucha felicidad. Un abrazo.
I follow from Spain (sorry for not knowing your language: () but never before had written you.
It must have been very painful for you to tell your story.
I have no doubt you were a brave and adolestente a very strong woman. I admire you and wish you much happiness. A hug.
Kristan,
Thank you for sharing such a painful thing from your heart. You ARE strong and brave. I will be praying Psalm 121:8 over you and your family – “The Lord keep watch (guard) over you as you come and go, both now and forever.”
Love reading your blog – been hooked for about a year now. I enjoy all your comments, family pics and beautiful recipes! Thanks!
I appreciate you telling your story, Kristan. It is such a difficult experience to go through, but it can be even harder to recover from it. When I was 11, my dad began molesting me. For 2 years I hid that pain because I was scared to death of what would happen if I told. But when I was 13, I couldn’t take it anymore and told my friends at school. I was so ashamed that it had happened to me, and I felt guilty for “letting” it happen. But he took that choice from me and changed my life forever. The aftermath was horrible – the medical exam, the pictures, and the same questions over and over. I was blessed that the police recorded my statement and I miraculously didn’t have to actually go to court and tell my story. He went to prison for about 15 years, but has been out for several years now. Unfortunately, he doesn’t live in another town in another state. He has a business about 5 miles from where I work. It was really scary at first to think that I might run into him at the grocery store, but I haven’t had that happen yet. The fear is still there, but it’s in a corner in the back of my mind. I refuse to let him steal my joy by having me live in fear everyday of my life. I have a beautiful family who loves me very much, and above all I’ve got God on my side and He will give me strength for any situation. He has given you that strength too, and you displayed that when you told his secret. We are both blessed to have made it through such an ordeal, aren’t we? Thank you for keeping it real! I will be praying for you and your precious family.
Thanks so much for sharing your story. You are so right; it is he who should be ashamed, not you. Great job moving on from a traumatic childhood and not letting it define you as an adult. I’ve struggled as well to make that choice. Thanks for making us laugh and enjoy those baby kicks; love that!
Learning about your past and seeing how far you’ve (quite obviously) come is inspiring. And incredible. I can’t begin to imagine what you must’ve gone through. I literally had tears in my eyes (at the office, oops!). My prayer is for you and your family to continue to live the happy, wonderful life you’ve made for yourself!
I do not think I can say it any better than anyone else has, but I must tell you that you are an amazing woman. I so admire your strength and courage. I pray that God gives you his peace that passes understanding.
Thank you so much for sharing your story. Having been the victim of abuse in the past I am so thankful that people do stand up and speak out – especially knowing how difficult it is. Personally, I feel like it brings all of us in the cyber world closer to you. I admire your courage and strength and pray for continued feelings of peace as you face each day. Many blessings…..
Kristan,
Your story brought tears to my eyes. I also had missed your first post and was not aware of this happening to you. You are an amazing woman!!! Kudos to you for coming out in the open about such a painful experience that you suffered. I love logging on and reading your ever funny and amazing stories. I wish you great joy with this pregnancy and the new life you are bringing into this world. Your are an amazing mother, and woman and deserve all the happiness in the world for you and your little (growing) family.
The fact that you are a person filled with such humor and joy in life given the things you’ve gone through shows how awesome and strong you are. I love that you did not let fear and pain define you or keep you from finding love with your husband and kids. I will be praying peace for you through this time. I so enjoy your blog!
I admire you. You go girl! I am sending from my heart to yours a plate of cookies! ((hugs))
Hi! I know this is late as heck, but I wanted to send a virtual *hug* and good wishes and a mental plate of cookies. My abuser thankfully moved away long ago, I don’t even care where, and I have no idea how I would react to having to deal with him again. I hope you and yours never ever ever have to worry about that. Also good luck for the baby!
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