I recently learned of a non-profit in my area whose sole purpose is counseling and support to help women who have had abortions overcome the tremendous guilt and angst they face, sometimes years and decades post abortion. The woman who leads it says that getting media attention, or any attention, period, for this issue is very hard, not…
I recently learned of a non-profit in my area whose sole purpose is counseling and support to help women who have had abortions overcome the tremendous guilt and angst they face, sometimes years and decades post abortion. The woman who leads it says that getting media attention, or any attention, period, for this issue is very hard, not surprising given the media slant in favor of PP. A friend of a friend who had 2 abortions in college was in a traffic accident in her mid 20's with injuries that left her unable to have children. She was a raging alcoholic for over a decade trying to mask the pain of the regret, but eventually found God and is now a vocal advocate for life.
Too often, what is left out of the abortion debate, is that most women of child bearing age ARE young, lacking in life experiences, and who among us did make at least one stupid decision in their teens and 20's? Fortunately for me, none of the dumb things I did resulted in life-altering consequences, but I cannot condemn others who are living with regret.
I was a 19 year old college student when Planned parenthood told me it was just a blob of tissue. My life was a total disaster but I’m so thankful I kept that “blob of tissue” and he’s happy to be alive with a wife and two children. He survived the brokenness of his youth. I’m thankful for my stupid mistake.
Love your story. I think this is why we will never be able to have a rational discussion about the abortion issue. As nearly everyone views that issue from the lens of their personal experience, or the experiences of loved ones. Had I gotten pregnant at 19 I honestly have NO IDEA what I would have done. I was self centered rebellious brat. It was not until I had my first child at 25 that I really and truly became 'pro-life'. But I was not abused, in a dysfunctional relationship, addicted to drugs, or homeless - all lenses that can color our vision and that we can't understand unless we have been there. Regardless of our stance, I do think giving each other a little grace is in order vs labeling each other and name calling.
I recently learned of a non-profit in my area whose sole purpose is counseling and support to help women who have had abortions overcome the tremendous guilt and angst they face, sometimes years and decades post abortion. The woman who leads it says that getting media attention, or any attention, period, for this issue is very hard, not surprising given the media slant in favor of PP. A friend of a friend who had 2 abortions in college was in a traffic accident in her mid 20's with injuries that left her unable to have children. She was a raging alcoholic for over a decade trying to mask the pain of the regret, but eventually found God and is now a vocal advocate for life.
A group called "Rachel's Vineyard" helps post-abortive women heal from the trauma of abortion.
Too often, what is left out of the abortion debate, is that most women of child bearing age ARE young, lacking in life experiences, and who among us did make at least one stupid decision in their teens and 20's? Fortunately for me, none of the dumb things I did resulted in life-altering consequences, but I cannot condemn others who are living with regret.
My adopted child’s mother was 15.
I was a 19 year old college student when Planned parenthood told me it was just a blob of tissue. My life was a total disaster but I’m so thankful I kept that “blob of tissue” and he’s happy to be alive with a wife and two children. He survived the brokenness of his youth. I’m thankful for my stupid mistake.
Love your story. I think this is why we will never be able to have a rational discussion about the abortion issue. As nearly everyone views that issue from the lens of their personal experience, or the experiences of loved ones. Had I gotten pregnant at 19 I honestly have NO IDEA what I would have done. I was self centered rebellious brat. It was not until I had my first child at 25 that I really and truly became 'pro-life'. But I was not abused, in a dysfunctional relationship, addicted to drugs, or homeless - all lenses that can color our vision and that we can't understand unless we have been there. Regardless of our stance, I do think giving each other a little grace is in order vs labeling each other and name calling.
Such a sad story about your friend's early years, and how wonderful she found God and is fighting for the unborn!