New Kid On The Block

[KBug36609]

Good morning, all.

My name is Katie. I've had to hide my story from most everyone I know for so long, I did not think I would ever let it out. But I've come to the realization that I cannot do it alone. So here I am. Hoping to find some sense of not being alone, although like all of you, I would rather be alone in this because I could never wish this on anyone.

[dodo]

Hi and welcome to AS

best wishes

karen

[strawberrycookie]

Hiya and welcome to AS

You aren't alone here, hope you find everything you're looking for

Sara x

[perfectlyflawed]

Hi there.

you are brave and strong for coming to this site. It took me a long time to even post things....but i eventually got used to it.

you'll find comfort here and build friendships...its well worth it and thereputic at times to know you are not alone!

-perfectlyflawed

[~FOUND~]

Hi there.

Welcome to AS.

I hope you find this site to be helpful.

Found

[loTus1]

Welcome to AS!

[~FOUND~]

I hope you are finding your way around the boards ok.

Found

[sunshinee]

Hi Katie,

Welcome to Aftersilence. My name is Mandy and I am apart of the Newbie Support Team here at AS. That means it's my job to make you feel at home. If you have any questions or just need a listening ear please feel free to let me know.

I too felt like dealing with this alone, but trust me sometimes the support of other people is what helps us push forward

Mandy

[~FOUND~]

Thinking of you.

Found

[KBug36609]

Thank you all...I wish I could tell my family, but it would break them. It is unfortunately not an option. Because I do know that their support would make this bareable. But thank you all for your support, and I hope that maybe being here, amongst strong survivors will help me become as strong as you all are.

[~FOUND~]

You're welcome.

Much support to you.

Found

[Denali]

Hello from yet one more who has a past with this subject matter. It will take time for me to feel ready to go public with my story. Anxiety surfaces when I try to type words.

Say a prayer that I can achieve victory. Tearful now ~Anni

[Bizzy]

Hey Katie

Welcome to AS! You are not alone!

WiTt

[whimsical1]

welcome to after-silence.