shame such a short simple word, really, representing such a complex array of emotions societal messages bodily sensations shame painted behind my eyelids obscene graffiti I can…… Read more “Further Musings on Shame – Christine E. Ray”
Tag: SURVIVOR
Legacy of Shadows – M.A. Morris
“Mama, why have I not ever seen you cry?” To answer, How do I even try? Do I say it is the miles of years Walking with…… Read more “Legacy of Shadows – M.A. Morris”
Why We Still Will Not Be Silenced- Christine E. Ray
Adapted from a post published October 13, 2018 I am a writer, an editor, and publisher with a background in clinical social work and neurodegenerative research. I…… Read more “Why We Still Will Not Be Silenced- Christine E. Ray”
Introducing Sisters of Indigo Light
Welcome to Sisters of Indigo Light, dedicated to the healing and empowerment of sexual harassment and sexual abuse survivors through creative expression and community. Sisters of Indigo…… Read more “Introducing Sisters of Indigo Light”
Forced to Dance – Lani Larson
It was her seventh birthday but she found her attention stolen. So many balloons everywhere. Some shiny, some dark with the smell of rubber. Each one was…… Read more “Forced to Dance – Lani Larson”
Woman is a Root – Molly M. Ryan
Touch does not sit in the veins of a petal, Does not wilt when the bloom of spring Withers away. It can’t be pruned, It does not…… Read more “Woman is a Root – Molly M. Ryan”
I Believe You. – Susan M. Conway
I Believe You. When you say there are ghosts, when you say you’ve seen them. I have too, so we aren’t much too different, you and I.…… Read more “I Believe You. – Susan M. Conway”
There Is Strength in Our Stories: Red – Nikki Marrone
Sometimes I leave the blood on my skin, To remember that red is not the colour of violence. And that I am not a victim waiting to…… Read more “There Is Strength in Our Stories: Red – Nikki Marrone”
Blood Into Ink 