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In reply to the discussion: My 17 yr old asked me to tell how I became pro-choice. (Long) [View all]redstatebluegirl
(12,265 posts)Thank you for sharing this important story. Many people think that if you are pro-choice you believe that terminating a pregnancy is an easy decision that is right for everyone. It is so not! Deciding to terminate a pregnancy is a heart wrenching decision regardless of the reason. When the life of the mother is in play it is ten times worse.
I can't imagine the physical and emotional pain you must have endured. What is amazing is that you realized how difficult a decision this is, and how personal it is. Anyone in that position brings all of their cards to the table, emotional, cultural, religious and they make the decision best for them. That is why they call it a choice.
I love kids, but do not have any of my own by choice. I can't imagine what it feels like to look at your beautiful daughter now. I am sure she realizes what you went through to give her life and your bond is very strong. For you, you made a beautiful and correct choice. You also recognize how hard it is to make the alternate choice with no support, bless you for that.