Author Archives: Lisette d. Johnson

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About Lisette d. Johnson

Murder-Suicide Survivor, Mom, Writer, Speaker, Serial Volunteer in the Intimate Partner Violence and Sexual Assault Arena, Entrepreneur, &amp Friend. I survived, my kids survived, and I am here to tell the story.

Issues Of Abandonment: The Deal

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Lisette d. Johnson

Fifteen years ago today I had my first child, a beautiful girl. What a special gift she has been.  The ‘deal’ was no kids. Since he had children from a prior marriage, he would marry me only if I agreed … Continue reading →

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Issues of Abandonment: The Oriental Rug

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Lisette d. Johnson

We have decided to buy an oriental rug for a recently completed master bedroom/bath addition, so head to Green Front in Farmville which houses an entire warehouse of oriental rugs. The addition itself is cause for continual harassment as it … Continue reading →

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Our Silent Roar

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Lisette d. Johnson

“You just don’t know looking at a person what their story is.” PianoGirl Through openly sharing my story, I have had the privilege to meet some amazing women, and hear their stories. Most have been silent for many years. What … Continue reading →

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Being Present

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Lisette d. Johnson

We have been driving a few hours and as we near our destination I look in the rear view mirror and see my daughter. Her eyes are big and round, but there is a noticeable distant sadness in them. She sees … Continue reading →

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The Awakening

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Lisette d. Johnson

And you can’t fight the tears that ain’t coming, or the moment of truth in your lies, when everything feels like the movies, yeah you bleed just to know you’re alive.’ John Rzeznik When I meet victims I observe how … Continue reading →

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