Once Were Warriors
It took my mom just over 12 years before she finally left her abusive marriage. Her harrowing ordeal still affects me today. When I’m prepared to go a bit deeper and delve into the hidden and well-protected part of my psyche where the demons live, there’s always two questions that come up. “Couldn’t I do […]
Battered Women – South Africa’s Shame
I came across this article I wrote for Living Magazine in 1996 and thought I’d share it. I think it is still as true today as it was in 1996. Battered Women – South Africa’s Shame He smashed her head against the wall until she lapsed into unconsciousness. A small tear between her vagina and […]