My Apologies and Our Fight to Stop the Cycle of Abuse

While I am beyond proud of my actions during our trafficking and the fight for my freedom and very survival, I have numerous regrets and apologies owed to those whose lives I have touched. I am sorry for those who have been hurt by me, even the prick of a finger. I never wanted to air my struggles nor those of others who I have met. I strive to cover the sins, shortcomings and pain of others. In the fog of my brainwashing, PTSD and generalized amnesia, I have gotten facts wrong and told many tales outside of school. I apologize for that.

I am beyond proud and grateful to my family, friends and others who have helped shape who I am. I am beyond proud of those who rose above our circumstances, abuse and struggles so that their children and others won’t know that same pain, trauma and sorrow. I am beyond proud of the abusers, addicts and criminals who changed to do better and be better. You are all a guide and lesson for others who are struggling like you once did. You are my inspiration and my fight so that others don’t know these struggles firsthand.

I share my stories and therefore yours to do as you have done, stop the cycle of abuse. It is the greatest gift we can ever give to future generations and ourselves. I am proud of those who have overcome. I am proud of you.

We may never meet again but I want you to know that I love you with all of my heart. I am beyond proud and grateful for the lessons you have taught me and countless others by surviving, thriving and telling your truth. You are incredibly courageous and strong for it. You helped stiffen my spine so that I can continue your work for far more survivors.

Thank you for absolutely everything. I love you and wish you well because

Every life matters, especially yours.

God bless America and especially her people.