Finding Hope in This Crazy World
I have been watching the series TOUCH lately on Netflix. It's the story of a dad and his autistic son, Jake. Not everyone 'talks' the same way. Autistic people use numbers, not words. They see thing we don't see. Yet, every little thing is going to be all right. Anyway, here are some things from... Continue Reading →
New Book SNOW WHITE DARKNESS Released Today! "Smothered by control a tormented soul trapped in his castle Her tears rolling mist proof she exists in Snow White Darkness" ©2014 Diana Rasmussen Smothered by control, she runs to hide and locks herself behind the door. She starts rocking herself on the cold bathroom floor as she lays... Continue Reading →
"This law will help protect victims in our community and serve as a deterrent to future domestic abuse," says state Rep. Emily McAsey. Received from the Office of State Representative Emily McAsey: Legislation sponsored by state Rep. Emily McAsey to…
Having been to a shelter, I can say it was a fight for food sometimes. Picture 20 or so women each with multiple kids all living in the same building. And sharing one kitchen. And sharing a few bathrooms. There was nothing private about it. I didn't leave my home with any groceries. I didn't... Continue Reading →
I wrote this poem to share what it feels like to go to church on a Sunday morning when you are living in domestic violence. Oftentimes the abuser likes to play up how spiritual he is so he can use God's word to justify what he does. The abuser will take the Word and twist... Continue Reading →
When I saw the Daily Prompt today, I knew I needed to share this poem. I have known many cutters in my life. You can tell it in their eyes, not just the marks on their bodies. From what I have learned, it is a way that someone in intense pain reacts in a moment... Continue Reading →
Why we stay: trauma bonding. Wow, what a great post. I think that this is the hardest part for people who have not lived in abuse. They don't understand. Trauma bonding. Stockholm Syndrome. the psychological tendency of a hostage to bond with, identify with, or sympathize with his or her captor Call it what you... Continue Reading →
Castle of Fear - that's where you live when you live with an Abuser. Looks pretty from the outside - but there is a dungeon on the inside - with chains, gates, and bars. And you are Rapunzel - trapped inside. Daily Prompt: Safety First Share the story of a time you felt unsafe. Photographers, artists,... Continue Reading →
OK, I had my 'rant' yesterday. Yep, it's really easy to find out what our government is doing 'wrong'. But that doesn't help anyone. And if I am not willing to be part of the solution, then my mama told me to, "keep my mouth shut!". So, funny how God works....I got this email yesterday... Continue Reading →
You may see the new badge on top of my page. It is for The Internet Defense League. You can click on it to learn more. It is also a widget here at WordPress. And I have a new category "ACTIVISM". Basically, I do NOT believe that our Government has the right to spy on... Continue Reading →
It is the soldier, not the reporter, Who has given us freedom of the press. It is the soldier, not the poet, Who has given us freedom of speech. It is the soldier, not the organizer, Who gave us the freedom to demonstrate It is the soldier, Who salutes the flag, Who serves beneath the... Continue Reading →
