Hello Everyone

[deval]

Hi Everyone,

I've been on the forum now for a few weeks just getting acquainted and familiarized to this. I was a little anxious to post anything about myself but just now mustered the courage to really put anything out there now that I am a little bit more comfortable. I am a mixture of feelings but hopeful this will help build on my foundation of healing. To everyone's journey that it can be healing and hopeful.

[reglois]

if OK

[MeBeMary]

Hi Deval,

Welcome to AS. Taking time to look around is not a bad idea. There is never any pressure, but the members here are very supportive and understanding. It's not easy to take a step out like this, but every step is an accomplishment on your healing journey. I wish you the best.

Mary

[Kimberly122708]

Deval,

I just started my account here, and am also very tentative about sharing. I feel as if my story isn't "real". That it wasn't an assault at all, it was just a young, impressional girl, and a horny boy being a horny boy.

I'm hoping that talking about it more will help me work through this.

[sisterinsurvival]

Hi deval,

My name is Jan, and I am a volunteer with the New Member Support Team. I just wanted to take the time to say welcome to After Silence.

I am glad that you have joined with us and hope that you find comfort and support here. Becoming involved with this community and connecting with others has proven helpful to many. It's good to hear that you are becoming more comfortable and feel that you can share. I wish you all the best on your healing journey in the days to come.

If you need anything or have questions about the boards or how something works, please send me a personal message. I will gladly help in any way possible.

Take good care,

[arielg]

Having the courage to find this site and make the first post is a great first step.