I just finished watching the movie "Precious." Though a very intriguing and sad story, I hate to admit that it did not make me extremely emotional. Sadly, I've read several case files of abused and neglected children that could easily end up in a similar situation and have experienced a similar past. Child abuse and neglect is far too common and often goes unreported or children fall into the system that can't always help them.
No joke, you never know who you can trust. Most children who have been molested have been molested by a family member or someone assumed trustworthy by the family. I am a feminist and wholeheartedly believe in the CHOICE to stay at home OR work for a living, and I DO want to work for a living, but I can easily see myself as a stay at home mom for a few years because I don't trust people. I also intend to teach my kids general concepts about sex as soon as they understand language. Typically in molestation cases, the children sense it is wrong but don't necessarily know how so, and also may assume it must be their fault. Also, the perpetrator often threatens the life of the child and/or their family if they talk. I sure as hell want my kids to know what is NOT okay for anyone to do for them, and God forbid it did happen, they tell me ASAP so I could bring the perpetrator to justice and prevent them from victimizing others.
I did like that the movie reflected the potential for a positive outlook despite a dreary history. I'm glad there is a good and popular movie to raise awareness of the broken homes filled with child abuse and neglect.
This link serves as a great source if you want to learn more:
http://www.darkness2light.org/knowabout/statistics_2.asp
