VINA
In the Eyes of a Child
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This is a story of my life as I remember the actual events. This book is not an attempt to embarrass or cause harm to any of the participants. For that reason many of the people in this story have had their names changed or omitted entirely.
Some portions of this book deal with sexual abuse, including child molestation, incest and bestiality. These sections are not meant for titillation, there was nothing exciting about what occurred. It was brutal degradation and against all laws both civil and moral.
It is my sincere hope that the publication of this book may help to ease the anguish others may be feeling, those who have suffered from similar circumstances. As for myself, this book serves a twofold purpose, the first being the closure of my nightmarish past and secondly the redemption of promises made to members of my families. My loved ones; both birth and adopted.
There are numerous mentions of supernatural events. These continue to make their presence known to me. I do not ask you to believe, but only to understand how they have influenced my life. I have made a journey back in time, a regression of sorts. As modern science has shown, even eyewitness accounts can be flawed. Any errors that may come to light are strictly unintentional and I ask your forgiveness.
I have been asked, "How did this happen? Why didn't you seek help?" I can only state that even with all the safeguards that the Social Services are equipped with today, one has only to pick up a newspaper to read stories of child molestation, abuse and even death. In my book you will read of all the Red Flags that should have been seen by the professionals, my doctors, teachers and clergy. The malnutrition, the multiple bruises and signs of withdrawn behavior.
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About the Book
On any given day one might pick up a newspaper in
the United States and find an article relating to the physical and sexual abuse
of our children. This is more commonplace, than many Americans will care to
admit.
Rather than a clinical dissertation on child neglect
and abuse, Ms. Thomas tells her story in a simple manner. Many of the readers
will find themselves identifying with the nine-year old girl in the title as
she struggles with the tragedies that have befallen her.
The author lived through nine years of physical and
sexual abuse. Her siblings and herself were starved, beaten and used sexually
by a demented father. Her story chronicles this nightmare, culminating in the
removal of the children from the hell that was their home. One would think that
this is where the story ends, with a wrong righted. Now came the years with
another identity, the heartbreak of lost brothers and sister and the agonies
incurred in the foster home system until adopted by the parents she lovingly
calls her Mom and Dad.
The author views her life as filled with triumph and
conquest. You will not find any self-pity for the tragedies of her youth.
About the Author
Ms. K. S. Thomas overcame many physical and
emotional barriers, which gave her the impetus to write this book. She
continued to further her education, acquiring her Masters of Business Degree
from Bakers College. She is professionally employed as an accountant, for a
major mid-west transportation/expediting company. Although this is her first
literary endeavor, Ms. Thomas has expressed a desire to pursue her writing
career. Among her topics, a book about the mysticism she discovered while
researching her Native American heritage. She and her family reside in a small
Michigan town.