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In reply to the discussion: I had an abortion... [View all]FalloutShelter
(11,995 posts)11. Thank you, Chilla, for sharing and your bravery.
I had an abortion too. I was seven years into a disastrous marriage with a mentally abusive sociopath. I had been trying to get out, but worried about the blowback and found out I was pregnant.
It took me less than five minutes to make my decision. There was no way on earth that I would put a child in that abusers sights. He only knew long after it was done; after I too was safely out with the help of some friends.
I am so lucky to now have been married to the most wonderful most egalitarian man in the world for 35 years.
Its not always about money
or a job
Sometimes its about breaking the cycle of abuse.
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I've had two... but not feeling like sharing my reasons either for the same reasons.
msfiddlestix
Dec 2021
#22
No one owes anyone their story. And I honor any story people choose to tell.
WhiskeyGrinder
Dec 2021
#8
Thank you for sharing. I believe in women and their ability to make their own choices.
Lonestarblue
Dec 2021
#26
I've had several. No story. No shame. I refuse to answer to systems that don't acknowledge my
ancianita
Dec 2021
#51
texas is taking away abortion, BUT NOT GIVING THOSE WHO NEED IT CHILD SUPPORT! babies are NOT FREE.
pansypoo53219
Dec 2021
#55