Taboo Topics is a series dedicated to sharing stories from real live people [mostly who i know] on real life issues, situations or experiences that are seldom spoken about for various reasons. So far the topics that have been addressed [with links to all the stories] are the following:
Dealing with the Grief of losing Someone you Love
Living with Disabilities/Special Needs
Parents of Young Children [where it hasn’t all been easy and fun and struggle free]
I hope these will be of encouragement to you and to friends and family who you know who have been through similar things – please feel free to share the stories or send links to people who you think might appreciate them.
love brett “fish” [brettfish@hotmail.com]
Brett — Thank you for posting a link to this blog on a Relevant thread about taboo topics. Out of curiosity, I read your post on singleness, and I began weeping. You spoke all the words my heart needed to here, and then directed me to one of your friend’s pages, which also ministered to me so tenderly. Thank you for talking about this topic, and for making me feel like I’m not alone. It can be so hard sometimes, and sometimes I’m tempted to give up on God and walk away because I’m tired of fighting this battle, and praying this prayer, and going through this pain alone. But then there are moments, like this one, where I am reminded of the faithfulness of God and the help found in the community of believers. And so, with God’s help, I will embrace my singleness, no matter how long (or permanent) the season may be. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you!
hey Nickie, thank you so much for stopping by and so glad the stories resonated with you – if you have time you should read all the stories because they are all so powerful and different and possibly read the book review i did for my friend Kate Hurley’s new book on Singleness – ‘Getting Naked Later’ – just read it and as a thirty-something single woman who assumed she would be married with children by now she definitely gets it and writes openly and honestly…
strength in Him – the secret is finding contentment while continuing to place your desires before Him and trusting He has you.
love brett fish
It’s late, so I don’t have time to dig too deep tonight, but I’m very interested in your blog. One topic that I don’t see listed is sexual abuse. I believe this topic is very taboo, but needs to talked about openly to give people who have suffered from this type of abuse reassurance that they are not forever damaged from it. I’ll be back when I have more time and some sleep. Good night!
Thankx Augustine. You are absolutely correct that sexual abuse is not on the list and should be – it is a growing list that i add topics to as they come up – it is really hard to get someone i know to share on that topic and put their name on it [which is what i have done in all cases except one person on abortion i think] – the idea is for people who read it to be encouraged as they find out that there is someone with a similiar story to them but it is so much more powerful if that story has a name and a face… thankx for stopping by
love brett fish
I’m willing to share my story(including my name) if you’d like? I let this topic hold me prisoner for 41 years. It no longer has that hold on me and it’s only because of God that it doesn’t. God presented the opportunities for me to confront this issue and I had to do the work. But my scaredy cat self would never have had the courage without God being there with me through it and after it. And still today. It’s not something that magically goes away, but it is definitely some that can be overcame and manageable. Please let me know if you’d like to here my horrid stories and triumphant journey. Thanks Brett!
Thankx Augustine – if you can mail me at brettfish@hotmail.com we can take a look at it there.
Emotional abuse and its impact is also felt by many people – but not noticed as much because its hidden.
Here’s something you may find of interest; have you considered writing about polyamorous relationships (relationships with multiple partners)? If you’re interested, I’d be happy to be a resource for you as I’ve been part of such a relationship for 5-6 years.
Thank you for the offer Leisel, but as a committed Christ follower i don’t subscribe to polyamorous relationships as God’s best for us. i completely believe in one man and one woman living in a committed relationship for life.
Thankx for stopping by
love brett fish
I especially love this part of your blog! I’ll be reading more.
Giulia x
It is one of the most popular sections. Thank you. Some powerful and encouraging stories. Please tell your friends.
Thanks for sharing this link on my blog. How awesome!