Most Popular Choices
Share on Facebook 65 Printer Friendly Page More Sharing
Exclusive to OpEd News:
Life Arts    H4'ed 4/23/15

They're so Big, These Small Silly Things

By       (Page 2 of 2 pages) Become a premium member to see this article and all articles as one long page.   1 comment
Follow Me on Twitter     Message Tsara Shelton
Become a Fan
  (18 fans)
Not only did I heal in ways my fellow molested brothers and sisters often never do, I learned the value of small seemingly silly offerings.

If I can do something to help someone, or can do something to make up for my own mistake or failure, but the something seems inadequate, I'm tempted then not to do it at all. It's almost embarrassing sometimes to do such small silly things.

But then I remember that card. Bought by my step-dad at our corner drug store when my mom insisted he apologize for molesting me.

"Let's Face it, Your Prince...
Turned into a Toad."

He did.

But by clearly acknowledging it we were both free to find new princes and far away lily pads.

How big they are, these small silly things. Don't ever be afraid or embarrassed to do what little you can.

Because quite likely it's not silly or little at all.
# # #

*If you are struggling with abuse the effects of abuse, past or recent, I encourage you to reach out to RAINN (Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network) and also to read the book my mom wrote. Jeff: A Sexually Realized Spiritual Odyssey of Stepping Into Love. With poetry, candor, and masterful storytelling she'll find you wherever you are in the dark and hold your hand as you step together into the light. My mom (Lynette Louise, The Brain Broad) is kind and strong that way.

Next Page  1  |  2

(Note: You can view every article as one long page if you sign up as an Advocate Member, or higher).

Well Said 2   Inspiring 2   Valuable 2  
Rate It | View Ratings

Tsara Shelton Social Media Pages: Facebook page url on login Profile not filled in       Twitter page url on login Profile not filled in       Linkedin page url on login Profile not filled in       Instagram page url on login Profile not filled in

As the mother of four wonderful teenage boys Tsara spends a lot of time figuring out who she is so she can teach her sons to do the same. She also hears herself holler, "Stop Eating!" an awful lot! As her boys get older, she gets louder while (more...)
 

Go To Commenting
The views expressed herein are the sole responsibility of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of this website or its editors.
Follow Me on Twitter     Writers Guidelines

 
Contact AuthorContact Author Contact EditorContact Editor Author PageView Authors' Articles
Support OpEdNews

OpEdNews depends upon can't survive without your help.

If you value this article and the work of OpEdNews, please either Donate or Purchase a premium membership.

STAY IN THE KNOW
If you've enjoyed this, sign up for our daily or weekly newsletter to get lots of great progressive content.
Daily Weekly     OpEd News Newsletter
Name
Email
   (Opens new browser window)
 

Most Popular Articles by this Author:     (View All Most Popular Articles by this Author)

Because My Mom Was Autistic, Our Answer Was Autism

You See, to me, it's all about Value

Being Me

What I Was Thinking When I Raped You

No Means No - And Even More You Need Permission

To View Comments or Join the Conversation:

Tell A Friend