Have The Courage To Tell

I was molested by my mothers step dad when I was around 8. I knew it was wrong so I went straight to my mother. That's when I learned that I wasn't the first & she told me not to tell anyone. Keeping quiet caused him to continue to come after me until I became a teenager. My family has been enabling & protecting this monster for too long & some don't want the truth exposed in effort to protect the "perfect family" image. This secret is too dark, too painful & has affected too many lives.
I promised myself for years that I'd speak about it, but I knew that timing was everything.
I knew for a fact that my letter as well as the steps I decided to take towards my recovery would endure more negative than positive. I knew I'd lose so phony family & I grew to become completely fine with it, knowing I'd make room for healthier relationships. I want it to be known that I don't care how anybody feels about the hidden truth or if they choose not to speak to me because of it. For anyone that comes across my story, know that it's not about being accepted by those who care nothing about your best interest.