New to the group, posting here as suggested in my welcome email. Hi.

[newClyde90]

Hi. I suppose I will give a brief relevant synopsis. I did not have to come to terms with much because I was raised the system for unwanted kids. I don't remember a ton of good days before I was used by men. A good day sometimes was getting praise for giving great blowjobs to my foster father and three of his friends. I felt wanted and appreciated. When else does a kid who only exists because the government pays to keep me alive have very good days? That was a long time ago and I came to terms with things in my own way. The sexual abuse was not even the worst parts of my life but it was huge in who I am today. So thanks for giving me an opportunity to talk about how I was formed.

 

[Imstillstanding]

Hi! I hate you went through that! I am glad you found us! I hope you find as much support here as I did! It sucks that we found validation in what happened to us… I know for me that’s caused so much confusion and even self loathing! I’m working on it though… just know you’re not alone!

ISS

 

[Tbowe081]

Clyde, thank you for providing a glimpse of what it was like for you growing up. I am also grateful for the opportunity this website gives me to talk about the formative period in my life. I find in the posts a wide range of personal experiences and at the same time a common of thread of compassion and support. I find a sense of being seen, heard, and known that I need. May you find value in making your posts.

 

[newClyde90]

Clyde, thank you for providing a glimpse of what it was like for you growing up. I am also grateful for the opportunity this website gives me to talk about the formative period in my life. I find in the posts a wide range of personal experiences and at the same time a common of thread of compassion and support. I find a sense of being seen, heard, and known that I need. May you find value in making your posts.

Thank you

 

[newClyde90]

Hi! I hate you went through that! I am glad you found us! I hope you find as much support here as I did! It sucks that we found validation in what happened to us… I know for me that’s caused so much confusion and even self loathing! I’m working on it though… just know you’re not alone!

ISS

Thanks

 

[GaD3!]

Hello newClyde90, welcome to MS. I am glad that you have found us and of course I am sorry that you have experienced abuse and have a need to be here. As you know- many brother survivors here, so there is much support from others who care and understand. We are here for you. I wish you peace and healing. Take care.

 

[Dost]

What you went through is beyond heartbreaking. I’m so sorry for all the abuse and neglect you endured — I’m grateful you’re here, and I hope this space gives you the support and care you deserve.

 

[WreckedRick]

Welcome to the site. I am so sorry for all you have gone through. I hope this site and some of us here can help you.

 

[JamesCanada1967]

Welcome to the forum, sorry you have the need to be here but glad that you found us. I am sure you will find lots of support from other fellow survivors.

 

[dcwofhs90]

Welcome to MS. I'm sorry for what happened to you but you're in a good place now. My (adopted) son was in foster care for a while so I'm familiar with "the system." Anyway, reach out to most anyone here if you want to talk more privately.

 

[LittleSteve]

Welcome you’re in a place where we’ve all been through similar things. Our stories are a little different but we’re all here for the same reason. This is a place where you can be heard. We will listen and support you the best way we can. Thank you for sharing and know you have been heard.