I found this poem in my journals from a while ago. I wrote it after coming out of a bad relationship. Sometimes I think I learn what is from what isn’t. Does that make sense? Love was one of those things. I had lots of people tell me they loved me, but their actions did … Read more
The Daily Prompt is about Secrets. I wrote a song about SECRETS not too long ago.  There are so many things we try to bury.  Pretend they never happened. She carries her secrets around in a box, hides them in darkness keeps them locked… Shoves the box under the bed, some things are not meant to be said. ~Diana Rasmussen … Read more
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. Â They don’t understand. Â 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 … Read more
“Resentment. . . a door quietly closes. Anger… the door slams shut! Hurts from your heritage.. . fasten the latch! Weakened faith . . . throw the bolt! Four elements that can lock up a heart, keeping delight out and darkness in. Resentment, the cocaine of the emotions. Anger, the destroyer of joy. Your heritage- … Read more
As many of you know, My oldest daughter is getting married this weekend, so I may be reblogging some of  your posts for the next few days. Thank you all for your prayers during this time. I am excited and calm – way better than a month ago when I was complaining about having to … Read more
Dance Inside My Dreams © 2013 Diana Rasmussen The stars are our light Twinkling so bright Time is undefined With you and me entwined Clouds are our dance floor As you hold me once more Spinning ’round the moon To our favorite tune When the day turns into night A new reality takes flight Your … Read more
Congrats to Secret Angel! I would recommend this book to anyone who has been abused or lived in domestic violence. Her book has helped me to heal, and go from brokenness to wholeness!
If I Wish Upon a Star Copyright 2013 Diana Rasmussen  white with little pink flowers my special wedding gown it was going to be my special day if only he hadn’t strayed * If I wish upon a star can I have back my dreams? If I wish upon a star will it quiet … Read more
More from “Boundaries”.  This lesson was the one that did it for me.  After reading/hearing this lesson, I finally understood what I was doing  that attracted the “thieves, robbers, and abusers”.  But, there is hope, thank you God, I can be taught!  Today I can say NO, today I can enforce consequences and protect myself! … Read more
So far this week we have looked at Boundaries – When to Say Yes and When to Say No and Good in and Bad Out. Today we are looking at God and Boundaries The concept of boundaries comes from the very nature of God.  God defines himself as a distinct, separate being, and He is responsible for himself. … Read more
Yesterday we started learning about Boundaries, When to Say Yes and When to Say No. Â Today lets look deeper. Â This study is from the book: TO AND FOR We are responsible TO others for ourselves. “Carry each other’s burdens, “ says Galatians 6:2, “and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” Â This … Read more
So, you wonder, if you used to live in abuse and domestic violence, how did you get out Ms. D? Â Funny you should ask. Â I recently came across a book/teaching/bible study that was planted in me about 10 years ago. Â This particular way of looking at things helped me learn how to build healthy boundaries … Read more