Jennifer,

Be strong and realize that you are the important one - you are the one that matters. Get support where you can find it and hold on to it and allow that support to hold you through the rough times.

I was abused by a cousin at a young age and no one believed me (I have not seen my cousin in almost 30 years - I did see a picture of him recently and it sent me into a downward spiral), my family life wasn't the best. I also was assualted at the age of 19 and the court system failed me. There seems to be some similarity in our lives, but there is one advantage that you have... You are 21 years old and I am 46 - and am just now dealing with the issues of my past. It's not easy but be strong and get the help you need while you are young and don't let it set inside of you for years and years.

As you are, I am also in the process of changing and I am also having a hard time. But we can do it...

Be strong... If you need someone to talk with - I'm here...

KS