I don't mean to be self-aggrandizing, although growing up in an abuseful and neglectful environment probably made me the affirmation sponge I am today. Like any other author here, I look at the "My Stories" entry in the menu on the right. I love getting comments and who doesn't want to get votes; I know it does wonders for my self-esteem. Like any other series written by any other writer, I note and perfectly understand the drop-off between chapters. Initial curiosity gives ways to more interesting stories by other authors. Like tasting Szechuan Beef and remembering you like Kung Pao Chicken instead; personal taste.
If I may...setting aside the aspect of wanting to be accepted as an author, which I believe I have been, and thank you for that, I believe the drop off in readership for a least a very small part of the readers of Three Sisters has much more to do with content than personal preference and style. To the reader who doesn't care for this type of story, I'm glad that there are great stories here that you do like. To the reader who is turned off by this kind of story, I perfectly understand. That still leaves a small percentage of readers who started to read, but couldn't continue because of the sad reminders of things they might have endured like Joann and me. To that reader...even if you don't read any of the rest, after beginning. Even if you find yourself scared and understandably anxious over the truth of the stories, please at least skip past the entire story and go to the Epilogue, which is about half-way down in Chapter 5 and clearly marked. Consider using the links I've provided to get some information that may be useful, either to yourself or a dear one who has suffered this evil. If you wish, write me a PM about your experience. Complain if you like, cry if you will, and I know some who already have. But know that this hurt can and will be healed with the help of others; loved ones and friends you trust; support groups and resources, and other folks here who, like me, have been through the same if different horror, if that makes sense. Either way, my prayer is that any of you who have been touched by this story, please consider getting the help you not only require, but deserve. All my love, Andrea
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Chains
I have come to understand that we as an abuse child are held by chains to our abusers, forever trying to serve them and show them we are better than they think of us.
For years I awaited a pat on the back for my achievements from my only living abuser.
Instead I got nothing but discourse "Anyone can do that" was a phrase that was used quite often.
I made "Who's who in college", National Honor Society" and nothing but disparaging remarks.
I lived in deep turmoil trying to get approval. This year I severed ties with my siblings and my abusive mother. A week ago I had a nighmare about all of them and in that nightmare I destroyed their hopes and dreams then I remember the chains on my mothers walls, I ripped them off the wall and suddenly I was free from oppression.
I said some things to my siblings and abusive mother when I told them I no longer needed them and for a while thought I would need to apologize.
Clearer thinking told me I had no reason to apologize it was the seven of them that needed to apologize to me.
For me I claim to be an orphan, I've severed ties with all of my relatives as they all think I owe an apology.
I used to be beaten with what ever was available, broom stick, axe handle, belt with the buckle end, fists in the face, feet along side my head and an assundries of other items.
The verbal abuse was always with the physical abuse.
There was no sexual abuse. I had four abuser my Grandparents from my mothers side, my mother and my step father.
There is a movie out called "Stepfather" its gory, but I would love to see what the stepfather gets in the end.
Jill Micayla
May you have a wonderful today and a better tomorrow
Jill Micayla
Be kinder than necessary,Because everyone you meet
Is fighting some kind of battle.
Oh well...
And what would be wrong with a wee bit of self agrandizing? Certainly if your writing is any measure...it's somewhat desired!!! Enjoy. :)
Lil' sister Kelly
How unique....
....an(other) affirmation sponge!!! And all this time I thought I was the only one!!! :)
May Affirmation Come Like The Spring Rains...
Lil' Kelly (the Flake) Blake :D