When I was over my boyfriend’s one day, he and his brother decided to rape me.
Aside from to have sex, I don’t know why they decided to.
I told him we were through while I got dressed. He said I didn’t mean it.
I meant it!
I never told either of them they both got me pregnant. You know what I mean by biology.
I couldn’t do anything to get them back. I just went on with life.
I always hated statistics, particularly becoming one!
— Janet, age 15
Dear Janet – thank you so much for posting your story here. Of course you meant it when you said no and they should have listened. That they didn’t IS THEIR FAULT not yours. You are not a statistic; you are strong and healing and learning to move forward. And your voice is an important part of this community and I’m grateful you posted here.
I would encourage you to talk to someone about what happened to you. A family member or teacher or a friend you trust? I know it can be tempting to want to “get them back” but in my opinion the best way to do that is to heal. A therapist or a counselor can help you work through your emotions and help you as you move forward. You deserve that. I believe in you!! Love, Alexis