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20th anniversary of my rape. Not a pleasant subject, but one that should be addressed.
He was a sex offender. He lived next door. If I'd only checked the registry? If I'd only known.
I had an interview for a job, just out of college, the first interview . I got the job. He invited me out for a drink. I was hesitant, but my people said yes! You deserve it! So I let them babysit, and I went. Felt something "off" from the getgo, but ignored it (never ignore it). Came back to the house, he offered me $100 for sex. I said fuck you!
Strangled and beaten. Threatened and raped. Exorcise those demons...20 years, but could have been yesterday.
Talk to me if you want to. I've been there, and I would like to be there for you too.
I'm here. You were a victim, but you don't have to live the life of a victim. Message me if you want to talk. I'm not a therapist, but I know the pain. My life was ruined, your's doesn't have to be. Said with love, on the anniversary of (one of) the worst moments in my existence. I'm here. <3. Don't share this often, but feel the need to share, and help, if I can. X
Check the registry. Know who is around you. Trust your inner voice. Know it wasn't your fault. Talk to me. <3