It's surprising how two people could be writing about the same subject matter but generate such very different feelings in me. One made me feel absolutely frustrated, or more specifically, enraged (As STOMP would describe it). But the other has evoked empathy, understanding, and just a sense of closeness to the article. Perhaps it's the intentions and even the approach these articles took. And if I weren't in such an awkward position right now, I would personally write an email to express my thoughts to the author. And let her know how much I feel for her.
I applaud the courage she has for her to re-visit this part of her life. It must have been a really tough stage for her, I know. I've been through it. Reading her article seemed to have brought me back to that period of my life a few years ago. That horrible few months. But I'm really glad they're over and done with. Truth to be told, it disgusts me thoroughly and there's this part of me that still hopes that it has never happened. Don't seem to understand why I did what I did.
A part of me wants to help in apologising, but that same part of me knows it's hell inappropriate for me to do so. Another part of me wants to help in reprimanding for all the pain caused, but I guess that'd end up making the entire situation even more awkward than before.
So yeah, my post doesn't really have a point. Haha but somehow I feel completely okay after reading the article (I think I was supposed to feel a little uncomfortable... But yeah I didn't) I guess this is part of growing up. And perhaps because some people are naturally less bitchy than others. In fact, I got to know things from another point of view. Always a good thing.
It might seem a little inadequate for me to make comments like this. But I just want to remind myself that such things did happen. Not just to you, but also to me, and to many others in the world. What matters most is we all learn from it, recover from it, and grow stronger than before. I hope things get better for you from now on :)
I'm happy I chanced upon the article. It's been a good read. :)