Dee,

Thank you for sharing your painful and trimphant story. It is such a wonderful statement that letting go isn't the same thing as giving up.

We're so glad you didn't give up.

Jane,
Your words are so profound...and you're right...there IS a difference between letting go and giving up. What a wonderful person you must be.
Thank you.

To all of you who have responded...or read my story and remained in the shadows, I thank you. You all have joined the rest of the wonderfulness of my life to give lift to my already outspread wings. I am soaring high and loving life more than I thought possible. God Bless you all.

Dee, your story is truly touching. I am so glad that at the last moment you received and accepted God's whisper to NOT give up. As someone who also attempted suicide, I can only hope that by sharing stories others may hear the hope. You mentioned that you had once been ashamed. There is no shame in being in such despair that suicide seems the only way out of the pain. I'm glad to hear that you have let go of the shame, because others will read your story and realize that they do not have to be ashamed either. Those who have been sexually abused are very likely to attempt suicide. I am so sorry for the abuse you had to endure. But I am glad you have stepped forward to share your true story of hope and healing!

Dee, how vividly you expressed your desolation. How wonderful you shared with us your victory and hopefulness. Let me add myself to the list of friends that say thank God you are still among us.

Lynnie,

Thank you so much for your kindness. I am so touched by your supportive and understanding words. I am sorry you've gone through so much as well and I am going to go out and purchase your book so I may understand what you've been through and how your triumphed. Thank you again for reaching out to me with your comforting words. It means so much.

Dearest Dee
Thankyou for sharing your story. It was beautifully written. I am so glad that you survived and reached a happy and peaceful ending. That vision of yours about dying surrounded by loved ones may yet happen, because you found the strength to see a future for yourself, despite such despair. You are an inspiration and you should be proud of your inner strenth and this gift of hope that you have given us all. Thankyou.

Hi, Dee: Since it is already the 10th November in London, I would like to wish you a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! You have shown a remarkable fortitude against trials in life. May love continue to be as deep as the ocean and any trouble as light as foam. Quoting Dotsie: Onward! I wish you God's blessings in abundance.

Same here Dee and many many more to come. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Happy Birthday Dee. It's great having you in the neighborhood. I hope you're celebrating this day!