i know it doesn't help to say that i'm sorry you went through that, but i am. i kind of know what you went though, but not as extreme and in a different form. i'm glad things worked out for you and that you're okay now
This is so sad, but so good.
I really love the beginning, especially the line "without a bruise" You got me hooked from there. Really good job and I'm glad you've moved away from that town.