If you know what a kender is, you will understand. If not, this is going to be a collection of random stuff depending on how I feel, the events of the day, web sites, personal interests, trinkets, collectables and stuff from my pockets :)
I've said it before. I'm an incest survivor (if possible check out my journal entry Survivors Unite for further details. ) So yeah I am checking out some of the guilds to offer my support if anyone wants it. I may not be a counsellor, but maybe my experiences will help someone have less of a hard time and a speedier recovery.
That is why I share any info that might help and freely offer my story. I know my history may not be as dramatic or violent as others, but I have learned that doesn't matter. The experience always leaves some type of scar or damage to memory and psyche. No matter if you just get the "willies, shivers or simple bad feelings" when the memory comes up or you go into extreme hysterics, or the whimpering hide in a corner paranoia, It is all bad, all sad.
I don't mind being a place to vent the pain, or share my story if you don't feel comfortable to talk about it. You can even check out the guild addie posted at the top of this entry. Keep in mind that it is new and they are looking for members if you are ready to join.
Canadian statistics state that aprox 1 in 3 people will experience some form of sexual assault, abuse, rape, incest by the time they reach mid adulthood. In the average sized highschool class room you can expect there to be at least 3-5 survivors.....kind scary.