Thinking about how to help...

I have been on the internet reading so many website's relating to Domestic Violence stories.  I now have the direction I need to go!!  It came to me as I was going through a story about a young woman killed by the hands of her husband.  It seemed to be the same story I heard over and over again.  I read about so many organizations that have victim's create t-shirts and they have empowerment bracelets and such.  I decided to go to the real issue..the real issue I experienced.  The miscommunication and the fear of not having money to get to a safe place to become the victor.

These past few weeks have been amazing and eye opening!  I now understand that with every negative action we should be able to find a positive action.  Our view regarding domestic violence feels shameful, embarrassing and terrifying.  I decided that my journey is taking me to empower people with the courage to take a step forward.  Courage is what helped me through my journey and continues to help me succeed!

I have no reason to feel embarrassed by what happened to me.  I was so ashamed because of comments I would hear people say about it.  I started feeling closed off to my friends and family because of the shame I was feeling.  I am so happy today because I know those feelings are washed away.  I washed those feelings away and in their place I now have Love, Ambition, Courage and empowerment! I would like to share my experience and journey with everyone!  I'm in a great place today and we can all use some courage!

When I think of courage I think of a Lion!  I also think of the Lioness!  I am a lion and a lioness when I need to be!  I've come so far and I thank God for the strength and courage to continue on my journey.