A letter to my friends

Dear Women and Girls of All Ages,

There has been something weighing heavy on my heart for a few weeks now. Tonight, as I drove home, this burden became overwhelming and therefore I am writing to you now. This letter is in regards to Lady GaGa's newest song dominating the airwaves. I want to believe that the goal of this song is to be uplifting and filled with "girl power." However, it falls extremely short of this goal.

My dear friends, yes, even those I do not know, be on your guard with this song! The reality we face is that our bodies are intimately connected with our souls, hearts, and minds. The idea that a man "can't have my heart and won't use my mind" yet do whatever he wants with my body without consequence is the biggest lie of our generation. Your body is the vase that holds your very essence. It is imperative that you take a stance and do not let anyone do whatever they want with your vase.

My heart hurts for our generation. After 17 years of people using my body, I can tell you that no matter how hard you try, it will damage your heart, mind, and life. You will lose your voice if you do not exercise your ability to say "NO". In no circumstance should a person allow or invite another to use their body for whatever twisted, disgusting, lustful activities.

Take guard my sisters! Be prepared to protect your bodies, hearts, and minds against the horrible views of the world. There is nothing more valuable than your body, mind, spirit, and soul. You are more precious than silver and rubies. You, yes YOU, are beautiful, exceptionally wonderful, outstandingly and perfectly YOU!!!! Do not let the views of this world ruin who you are.

If I had the power, I would have this song taken off the airways. There is simply no point in exclaiming to a man, or anyone, that he can do whatever he wants to your body. This poorly thought out song points you, my young sisters, towards a life of darkness. Avoid it with all your might.

Sincerely,
A 27 year old female determined to overcome the years spent under the physical control of others.

Only the beginning

Only the beginning

These are the words that ring so clear in my ear
Such a great work is taking place within my soul
There is only so much I can control
The Comforter is here to wipe my tears
Especially when I do not understand why they fall
Or why they consume my entire being

Only the beginning

These three words speak truth
A truth that has become a part of my daily review
Not much compares to the inner turmoil
This perfection storm that rages within
Screams filled with horrendous lies and outrageous allegations
This truth begins to calm the thunder and clear the sky

Only the beginning

Within these words, a promise lies
There is much more to this life
The darkness may seem ever present
Yet, the morning brings joy, light, new brilliance
More than I can imagine, more than my dreams can create
Waiting for me to find my way

Only the beginning

The past haunts the present
It threatens the future
but, this transformation, however small
Promises to end the past of its power
And starting today, or yesterday, or last week
Or five years ago, new life has begun

Only the beginning

The work of the Spirit never ceases to amaze me
Why would One care so deeply for me
How could I be so deserving of such patience,
Grace, love, blessing, guidance, and gentleness
It is here that I have begun my journey home
Afterall, it is only the beginning