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Shanelle
Wisconsin,
United States
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I had an abortion because members of my family and his family believed that we were too young. We were both told that abortion was the only option. I was told that I didn't have a job or car to provide for a child. I was also told that our parents couldn't quit their jobs to care for the child and that I couldn't quit school either. I was told that I wouldn't be able to choose adoption or keep the child.
I had traveled to the clinic with my mother and boyfriend at the time. I don't remember filling out any paperwork, but the staff made me feel uncomfortable. The entire process was rushed, I was unable to ask any questions, and I was given no other options.
Immediately after the first pill I had realized that this hadn’t been the right choice even, though I was convinced that it was by others. I had stated my concerns, but was told it was too late and that I had to continue. I regretted it immediately.
Since then I have felt confused and angry. I had ended the relationship about six months afterwards and had nightmares frequently. My story was inaccurately spread to others afterwards by individuals that I considered trusted friends. After my abortion I had felt as though I wasn't welcome in the church and that God wouldn't be able to forgive me.
Recently, I have found help and forgiveness through an abortion recovery program. I had just started going to church again, and I had seen the program advertised. I decided to give it a chance and ended up finding forgiveness for myself and others. I had also found God again through this process and feel a deeper connection to my beliefs than I had experienced in the past.
Find someone to listen and reassure you that help is out there. God Forgives! I want to help other women understand that abortion is not the answer and forgiveness is possible; that's why I am silent no more!
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