Sharing Your Happiness

oversights in the medical world could actually be a contributor to the low reporting of sexual offenses, as the victim believes that nobody will believe them.

Nonetheless, every person lending a hand to a sexual assault victim in need, whether having ever been a victim or not, is sharing a gift, even if they don't realize it. The world will be a much better place when sexual assault is accepted as a reportable and non-blamable crime, so that those who need help can receive the specialized help that they need.

Often being aware that one's attacker has been placed behind bars is enough to make the victim feel safer. In the meantime, we can all do what we can by sharing our own gift of happiness with a victim. Whether you realize it or not, you are directly adding to the goodness in the world with each kind word that you share.

We at RoseMeade's believe that it will be helpful during the month of April (declared sexual assault month) to put in a little extra effort at joining in the cause against victimization. There are many ways to help, including being an emergency room advocate, a sexual assault nurse, a caring doctor, or a member of a mentor-group.

As you try to make these positive changes in the ways that victims are treated, you will feel a personal gift upon putting your talents to work. This may indeed branch out to being a "helping gift" that you share with many, all of which need your care, and will return it as the world turns into a less-victimized place.

Yet, the best possible way to help a sexual assault victim is to be there, through their cries, their pains, and their nightmares; while encouraging them to seek help themselves.

As has often been the case, April Scheiner has once again proven herself invaluable to RoseMeade's Well Center. It is through her sharing her happiness that our happiness grew even further. Thank you, April for your knowledge and strength on this topic.

With her encouragement and our's alike, we would like to encourage you... the next time a friend tells you that they have been sexually assaulted, whether now or in the past, be there for them, reach out to them, and share your gifts of good will and friendship. You are a valuable person and can indeed make a difference in the world, one life at a time.

Remember, flowers

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