hi newly here

[lostandwandering]

I am a mom of 2 girls and live in Australia. have cats and a dog.  found this site yesterday when I was googling. I was raped on christmas night 15. 

[MeBeMary]

Hi Lost,

Welcome to AS. I am very sorry that you suffered trauma, but you have found a very supportive site. You found it the way I did, and feel myself fortunate, as the members are kind and understanding here. It's not easy to reach out, so I give you much credit for doing so. It's not easy getting thru the wrong that was done to you, but you are not alone. I wish you well in your healing journey.

Mary

 

[patriciag]

Hi Lostandwandering, I am sorry you were raped. I am glad you found this site. You are not alone here. I have 3 children 2 girls and a boy, they are grown up now but I do have my 2 cats. Take your time and look over the site.    if you have any questions feel free to ask.

Patricia

[wishinuponastar]

Hi Lost,

welcome to AS!! I'm sorry for what brings you here. I hope that you are able to find support around the board. I know this is a great place. You are among survivors and friends. Take a look around and if you need help, people are always around. My inbox is always open. 

Wishin

Edited February 14, 2016 by wishinuponastar

[chant2012]

On February 14, 2016 at 10:59 PM, lostandwandering said:

I am a mom of 2 girls and live in Australia. have cats and a dog.  found this site yesterday when I was googling. I was raped on christmas night 15. 

Hello L&W. Welcome to AS! It is my wish that you find this site as helpful and healing as I have in my own healing journey.

I am part of the NST (Newbie Support Team). What that means is that I can help direct you as you learn to navigate the forums. Should you have any questions at all feel free to send a PM to me and I will help you out. 

You've taken a huge step in reaching out. This is a big step in healing from abuse of any kind. Take all the time you need to share. Feel free to share as little or as much as you would like to. Some people find it better or easier for them if they "transition" into the forums by doing things such as: not typing right away but rather just reading other user's threads/topics and/or replying to them, or by just reading threads and seeing what we've got to offer, but then again others like to just jump right in and share their story. That is what is great about this place, it's all up to you and you make the calls. Many of us have had our control and rights taken from us, here YOU ARE IN CONTROL. 

Know that you are not alone.

Am listening and validating you and your experiences.

Sending healing energy your way.

~Chantel~