Like flower petals we struggle to help the injured rose bloom, trying to prove ourselves better than an act of violence. My name is Oceania, I am eighteen years old. A close friend of mine revealed to me her own story of sexual violation a little over a year ago, and I have dealt with coming to terms with this on many levels. I am now to the point that I can accept her pain and understand the role I serve her in her life as she blooms. I created this website to help you come to grips with what's happened, and learn what you can do. This website is just getting started, so I don't have much yet. Please check often for updates. Also, though this site is specifically designed for friends of survivors, survivors and anyone else who cares about rape and sexual violence is welcome here. Blackbird's Cry: warning signs of sexual violation Blades of Grass: facts about sexual violence The Ocean's Shore: the friend's reaction and support The Thorn Within the Rose: support for lovers of survivors Within The Sparrow's Nest: support for family members of survivors Shelter From the Storm: how to protect your loved ones from sexual violence The Sun Within the Rain: media support Water in the Desert: tips on how to cope as a secondary survivor All the Trees in the Forest: statistics Fighting the Current: what to expect if going to court Water's Fall: dealing with feelings about your loved one's attacker(s) Petal Marks: poetry by myself and others The Forgotten Stream: transgendered issues regarding sexual violence Other Petals in the Pond: links to other websites Reflections in Water: awards this website has received
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