They knew what a vulnerable position I had put myself in for telling them. All I really want is for someone to know about me, to accept it, and to just love me anyways. But they always run away. I keep waiting for someone to think I'm worth the effort. They would be devastated for me.
Boys are twice as likely to remain silent about molestation, especially toward their friends.
A year later, Angelique and Paul sat on the same bench, but so much had changed since her confession. You had known me for a week and you told me that you had been molested by your neighbor. But I knew I didn't want to hurt you. But you try to do it alone, and that is your weakness. I'm not sorry you told me.