Thanks for reading, and I appreciate your encouragement!

You are so right, Regina. There are still times that I ask my self, Will people really believe me? Thank you for taking time to read and for your kind words.

I hope more people will be strengthened to speak out. Thanks for reading.

Thanks for reading.

Thanks, Dorcas. Men don’t always know how to deal with the trauma of childhood sexual abuse. They are certainly less vocal about it than women are (even though it is extremely painful and difficult for women), and perhaps more greatly confused by it. Part of this is cultural. Men are expected to be strong, less emotional, and invulnerable. It is hard for male survivors to address the fallout from abuse. Having people such as yourself come along side of us and enter into our world of hurt is priceless. And much appreciated.

God gave me the gift of words. And I am so glad that He did. They have been a pressure valve that has allowed me to release the pent-up pressure of decades. And, I hope they can breathe life into other men who have no words, so that they will know they are not alone.

And, yes, thanks to Lucinda for giving voice to all the silent men out there by publishing this post. God bless her.

Thanks for your supportive words, Marian. And thanks for reading.