I've decided to work real hard on giving up my guilt for what happened to me as a child and put the blame on the person that offended me.

Whether or not she had issues to overcome is not relevant in her actions towards me and others. There comes a time to be accountable and to me that's when we're adults. She physically and emotionally injured small children and should be accountable for that!
IMO- anyone that hurts someone else emotionally or physically should be held accountable for that person's pain. After all, that's one of the things that sets us apart from other animals-- a conscience.

It's been so long that I've felt guilty as she had me convinced I was the wrong one. I was too sensitive, too quiet and too trustworthy--- so it was my fault!! NO, NO , NO-- not anymore-- it's not my fault -- I didn't DO the hurting-- she did. And just because I was hurt by her doesn't make me WRONG!!

And yes, I need correcting now- but only because of what she did- and how she won't apologize to me!!

Never underestimate the power of the words " I'm sorry".

Mandy