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About me - Annie Duncan

I have always been defined by my family so now I am reaching out and trying to discover who I really am. I am hoping through writing to find the person that has been buried for so many years just taking care of everyone else. What I do know; I am 52 years

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Relationships & Family > Dating Psychology How to be more attractive to women: 4 of 45
In general there are a few simple rules, but to get specific you have to know the woman you are trying to woo. General rules are: 1. Value Women need to know they are valued for more than just a romp in the hay. What that means is as nice is it is to know that you are attracted to us physically, that you also recognize there... More..
Relationships & Family > Domestic Violence & Abuse Sexual abuse healing: 2 of 9
The damage from sexual abuse runs deep and sometimes coping strategies can be as damaging as the abuse itself. Sexual abuse victims frequently turn to alcohol, illicit drug use, and may even become the abuser when they are adults. Sexual abuse victims may develop phobias or other psychological disorders that will prevent the... More..
Relationships & Family > Domestic Violence & Abuse Victims of abuse: When enough is enough: 13 of 51
With my head against the window, I could feel the vibrations of the train chugging along the tracks. I looked chilly outside, but the train was warm. Both my children sat across from me; my son, who was a blond-haired little three-year-old, and my daughter, with her curly brown hair, was five years old. Their toys they broug... More..
Relationships & Family > Crisis Support (Other) Are some victims of rape irresponsible?: 10 of 34
The second we answer yes to this question is the second that we are shifting the responsibility of the rape from the perpetrator to the victim. I have been a victim of rape, and I know from statistics that I am far from alone. As a runner the winter months become a bit more challenging for me; if I go too early in the mornin... More..
Relationships & Family > Domestic Violence & Abuse Moving on after sexual abuse: 9 of 25
Sexual abuse is one of the most heinous crimes next to murder. This violent act can leave a victim with lifelong wounds that open up though out their lives sometimes without warning. Yet the victim has no choice but to move on but how they move on will make a difference to how they live the rest of their lives. The first ste... More..
Relationships & Family > Domestic Violence & Abuse Why do women tolerate abuse from their men?: 27 of 71
I went to my doctor; Dr. "H" the other day because I was having a mini break-down. I was feeling anxious all the time and not sleeping. I was expecting a quick fix, maybe some pills to help. Dr. "H" saw beyond my initial stress and didn't give me pills, instead he gave me the names of a few Psychologists. My appointment was ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Doctrine & Issues Your definition of a sin: 40 of 89
SIN - Religions preach that we shouldn't. Yet even in the most conservative religions the definition has changed for convenience. An act that was a sin yesterday may not be one today. Many will use the definitions as it works for them, interpreting from the bible what is sin so they can pass their judgements on the flavour o... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication (Other) Dealing with the great "unsaid": 6 of 9
The room was a typical room you find in a doctor's office. There was the examining table which had its paper cloth draped over it. The stirrups were tucked in, waiting for their next victim. In the corner of the room next to the scale there was a little sink with a mirror above it next to a paper towel dispenser. Then to the... More..
Relationships & Family > Dealing with Problem People Top 10 rude behaviors: 4 of 5
Is it cool to be rude? I noticed a group of 12 year old girls who thought it was quite funny to make comments on stranger's appearance and then laugh hysterically at what they thought was humour. Rude behaviours are any behaviour that shows a lack of consideration for another person whether a friend, stranger, family or foe.... More..