Concrete Angels Forum Challenge#9

Here is the link to my completed challenge #9  The Mask.

I am writing to say that because of certain situations beyond my control that I cannot freely speak, write or express myself. Instead of seeing myself as a victim, I see myself in a silent protest. I am thankful for every breath I have to take, and for the stories I collect in silence, watching. I will speak for all those who cannot. And I will raise my voice to share those stories. Now is just not the time. But I support all of you and am sending LOTS of love.

I will write as I am able--but I want to voice a little of what I am going through to acknowledge the women, who are like me, in "silent protest".

Also, it seems that enduring abuse has made my whole life a "mask". I am truly myself NOW--on my own. I look over the stories I have written about my former life and I cannot believe that was me (or was it??). I am so thankful to GOD to be a survivor and to have this second chance at life.

I wish you all well.

Love, Lynn