<font color="purple"> A HUGE burden has just been lifted from me! I couldnt hold it in any long, I couldnt allow the abuse that I endured growing up control me by being silent anymore. 30 yrs is a long time to carry this all inside! I decided to write my parents a letter. That way they had a chance to process what I was telling them and I would be able to process the idea that my truth was now known. I wanted to also be in control of what details I was willing to share and be able to get out all that I needed. It worked out well. I dropped it off and left it on my dad's table. They called me after they read it and discussed it. I have their 100% support in my decisions regarding therapy. I was so afraid that they would pressure me to tell them who the absuers were, but they didnt. They RESPECTED my wishes! I am so releived. A part of me thought that I might be rejected or that it would be all about them, or that I wouldnt be believed or who knows what else. Such a big step! I hope this helps brings us closer and that it has given them so more of an understanding about me and who I am. I really feel like I am on my way to a better quality of life and healing. </font>