I Made Excuses When He Abused Me… Never Again

Everyone else knew he was dangerous. Why didn’t I?

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The summer before my senior year, I was longboarding downtown when I heard footsteps approaching. I saw a young man with long shaggy hair running after me.

I’m sorry to be so straightforward. I just had to talk to you. I couldn’t forgive myself if I let the most beautiful girl…