Category Archives: Journey

Relearning Care

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Jackie Shaw

Many survivors I have met care deeply for other people. They will give up anything to help out another. We give and give and give, and if we aren’t careful, there will be nothing left. With my ex-husband, I was … Continue reading →

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“It is not shameful to be abused. What is shameful is when no one helps.

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Jackie Shaw

Last night, Jaycee Dugard’s first interview was aired on television.  She was walking to catch the school bus, was tazed, and held hostage for eighteen years.  To say the least, it must have been horrible.  She was very hopeful and … Continue reading →

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I’m Only Here For The Food

Posted on July 2, 2011 by Jackie Shaw

One of my favorite sayings is, “Lunch is one of my three favorite meals a day.”  I think I may have even come up with it.  I like to eat, and not just to be fed.  When I’m happy, I … Continue reading →

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