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Every September, I remember.

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You make excuses to skip sex whenever possible.

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I hate September, I really do; I’m upset and cross with the world and her and myself and everyone and everything in between.

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Consent has always been seen as a tricky issue, but that is something only an abuser would say—it’s actually very simple. 

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I hate this perpetuated stereotype that you’re only sick if you look sick.

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us women can’t tell you good boys apart from the rest.

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Please, I beg you, do not comment on how much or how little I eat. Do not talk about food with me or weight or diets unless you are my psychologist or dietician. Please do not comment on my body.

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Many assume it is simply the idea of breaking up a family that keeps us in the cycle of abuse. But I am here to say no, that is not what made me stay. 

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Please, I beg you, learn from this letter.

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Did my tank top and jean shorts look like an invitation?