| After Abuse, Look at What God Can Produce! Mrs. LaQuisha Hall (Mrs. Maryland Galaxy) |
| Gandhi said, “Be the change you want to see in the world.” I am. Like many, I have overcome much pain: being an eye-witness to loved ones being battered, sexually abused, teased, cussed out and called out of my name, ostracized, falsely accused and overlooked. This severely altered my life. As a result of such catastrophes, my self-esteem became so depleted that I never smiled. Frequently, I became depressed and did not value my life as I tried to take it in 2000 via an overdose of “pain” killers. At one time, I felt these changes would vitiate my life purpose; it only enhanced it. Many have asked me whether or not I have had formal counseling; the answer is “no”. I have to admit, my healing process has been different from the norm. I began writing poetry and drawing in my youth. In college, I formed a closer relationship with Jesus Christ. Presently, I use my relationship with God to help with advocating against all of the hurt I experienced in my past. |
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I find pleasure in uniting with other survivors, encouraging them to seek their own happiness and
even watching some grow into the success they were destined to be. I anxiously share my story
of survival, statistics and warning signs to teens, parents, law enforcement and department of
social services employees as they look at me with horror in their eyes. But, how do I feel? I feel
proficient in my knowledge of sexual abuse and domestic violence. I feel savvy in the creative
way I have been able to present this information to so many.
As Mrs. Maryland, I actively promote the awareness of the very issue that nearly cost me my life.
Utilizing a crown and title, I have created and shared my platform, Stop the Silence! Sexual Abuse
Education & Support. A large part of my life’s purpose is devoted to dispelling myths about sexual
abuse and sharing recovery options.
Now I stand, as a strong and successful survivor, believing in the words of my God “…My grace is
sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather
glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. Therefore I take pleasure in
infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when
I am weak, then am I strong.” (II Corinthians 9-10)
even watching some grow into the success they were destined to be. I anxiously share my story
of survival, statistics and warning signs to teens, parents, law enforcement and department of
social services employees as they look at me with horror in their eyes. But, how do I feel? I feel
proficient in my knowledge of sexual abuse and domestic violence. I feel savvy in the creative
way I have been able to present this information to so many.
As Mrs. Maryland, I actively promote the awareness of the very issue that nearly cost me my life.
Utilizing a crown and title, I have created and shared my platform, Stop the Silence! Sexual Abuse
Education & Support. A large part of my life’s purpose is devoted to dispelling myths about sexual
abuse and sharing recovery options.
Now I stand, as a strong and successful survivor, believing in the words of my God “…My grace is
sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather
glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. Therefore I take pleasure in
infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when
I am weak, then am I strong.” (II Corinthians 9-10)
| Pictures by LaQuisha |
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