"Say you love me"

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They slept close.Slowly, his hand slid inside her clothes.She didn't react, pretended to sleep.He touched her and it made her face him.She opened her mouth to ask but his lips stopped her.Withdrawing, he asked her, "say you love me", she could just nod.She does not remember what happened next except the excruciating pain enough to bring tears in her eyes.

Next morning she asked him "I told you I love you then why did you hurt me bhaiya?"



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This post is an attempt to highlight the fact that child abuse is not something that happens in others houses only.It could be happening right under our noses, making us ignorant.It is not something to be ashamed of and swept under the carpet in the name of society.With a little awareness from our side, we can make sure that it doesn't hurt to be a child.



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This post is a part of contest by  Stayfree India.


Comments

  1. Mr.MiglaniMarch 20, 2012 at 1:14 PM

    Deep and thought provoking.

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  2. AmitAagMarch 20, 2012 at 1:16 PM

    Thought provoking but very sad at the same time!

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  3. Madhav MishraMarch 20, 2012 at 1:21 PM

    a little disturbing, but truth is always bitter.

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  4. magiceyeMarch 20, 2012 at 1:28 PM

    tragic but true...

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  5. AyushiMarch 20, 2012 at 1:35 PM

    It was more than disturbing but I'm glad you're making an effort to bring awareness.

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  6. NishaMarch 20, 2012 at 3:33 PM

    Tragically true....

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  7. AnonymousMarch 20, 2012 at 4:06 PM

    it is true-and yes parents needs to be vigilant

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  8. Harish G.March 20, 2012 at 4:11 PM

    That was very disturbing, knowing she was a child make it horrible.

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  9. AnonymousMarch 20, 2012 at 5:00 PM

    A scary thought! A disturbing picture.

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  10. Gautam S BrahmaMarch 20, 2012 at 5:54 PM

    Its very sad, but its what happening nowadays and it has to be stopped..you made a good effort bringing this issue in a global platform..

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    1. UpasanaMarch 22, 2012 at 5:35 PM

      Thank you Gautam! Only if it makes a difference, its worth it!

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  11. PranitaMarch 20, 2012 at 6:11 PM

    I've heard of this happening to a very close frnd... sisterly love n embarrassment keeps her frm tellin parents/others... while a brother whom she ties rakhi every yr, who's supposed to protect her frm others misbehaving with her, does it himself anyway! It's not just disturbing, it's disgusting!!!

    A bold post... i wish this awareness spreads!

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    1. RajaMarch 20, 2012 at 11:34 PM

      Hope he realizes his mistake and loves her unconditionally now on. I think your friend should forget it and treat him as good brother.

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    2. UpasanaMarch 24, 2012 at 7:31 AM

      @Pranita : it truly is disgusting. Your friend is one of many who are abused by someone they trust. How can somebody betray the trust of someone close to them.!

      @Raja : its easier said than done. If suggesting would be the ideal solution then there would be nothing to worry about this menace.

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    3. RajaMarch 24, 2012 at 9:39 PM

      Well, I don't have a solution for this problem. This is a very very sensitive issue(too much attention to it may harm bro-sis relationship). But Pranita's friend and her bro can start a normal relationship. Better late than never. Just a suggestion in this case. In the end, it's upto them.

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  12. Anusha OutfitterMarch 20, 2012 at 7:16 PM

    the thought itself is so scary! I HOPE no-one experiences this!

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  13. AnonymousMarch 20, 2012 at 10:54 PM

    Short, thought-provoking and scary. THIS is how I like my stories! Great read, this.

    Can you please read & promote my post here? I'd be honoured. :)

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  14. UnknownMarch 20, 2012 at 11:30 PM

    Wow. Wow. That hit me hard. I opened this post expecting something entirely different.

    It was just two paragraphs, but it was a very strong message.

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  15. Saru SinghalMarch 21, 2012 at 6:26 AM

    I was reading that almost 80% of such cases are not reported. I think we should be more vocal. Great post!

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    1. SangrywordsMarch 22, 2012 at 4:53 PM

      Absolutely agree with Saru and that in most cases it will either someone within the family or someone known to the child .. Excellent post !!

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    2. UpasanaMarch 24, 2012 at 9:23 AM

      @Saru : Being vocal and vigilant will go a long way to combat this menace.

      @Sangeeta : That someone can hurt and betray the trust of someone close to them,is just beyond me! Thank you!

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  16. vinayMarch 21, 2012 at 11:15 AM

    Disturbing and sad but yet it is something of which people should be made aware of.

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  17. Khushboo WMarch 21, 2012 at 1:01 PM

    ouch! A tough thing you said there. I know how it happens universally, somehow I haven't been able to accept it! :-|
    And you conveyed a strong message! :)

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  18. YougalMarch 21, 2012 at 8:12 PM

    disturbing thought.... social awareness needed..

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  19. kalaMarch 22, 2012 at 12:59 AM

    Very bold post first time here I am glad found this bloggg :) But this post is realyyyy gooddd

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  20. DelhizenMarch 22, 2012 at 5:05 PM

    This is such a strong post. Punch in the stomach feeling

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  21. KajalMarch 22, 2012 at 5:08 PM

    very very true.. and in aid of child abuse awareness next month a perfect post.. If the cases get reported only then people will get more aware and strong action can / should be taken.

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  22. RajMarch 22, 2012 at 7:55 PM

    That just pricked my heart. I totally agree that the cases we hear about are just the tip of the iceberg and there are so many that go unnoticed and unheard. And it is such a sad and sick thing. A very stimulating and important post.

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  23. the other side of meMarch 23, 2012 at 9:03 PM

    this post moved me..especially the last line..you wrote it for real..its sickening to know that at this point somewhere out there a young child is suffering silently :(

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  24. Harshit AgrawalMarch 24, 2012 at 12:05 AM

    the sad truth !! nice post....

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  25. Shilpi DuttaMarch 25, 2012 at 7:34 PM

    It is a disturbing issue and a brave attempt Upasna

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  26. PhilO♥March 25, 2012 at 10:51 PM

    Those little words that you wrote..it said so much. It spoke the truth, that goes un noticed so many times.
    Its just so sad..
    Very well written :)

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  27. PrashanthMarch 26, 2012 at 6:05 PM

    That was as impactful as one can expect it, straight forward and to the point....nicely written Upasana. As people above have said, the more we speak the more we create awareness..:)

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  28. Rohit Singh JainMarch 27, 2012 at 3:47 AM

    I'm sure this wonderful post received the right impact..Yes, you've highlighted an important issue. Nice read..

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  29. indu chhibberMarch 27, 2012 at 12:30 PM

    What an ugly ,horrifying fact of life this is-glad you brought it out in open.

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  30. AnonymousMarch 27, 2012 at 12:44 PM

    Liked the post
    bangalorewithlove.com

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  31. vinayakMarch 27, 2012 at 1:49 PM

    parents should have a knowledge of these because when it happens with the child he or she can't make it out. they may feel trapped or because of fear they accept it in silence. the great solution can be, Maintain a healthy environment in home, try to imbibe good thoughts in children and a friendly connection between parents and children.
    yeah it was thought provoking post.

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    1. UpasanaMarch 27, 2012 at 2:50 PM

      The biggest step before putting these thoughts into action is acceptance.People need to be open minded and accept it.

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  32. Khoty MathurApril 1, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    That shocked me. Your commentators are right. In this day and age, parents have no excuse if they aren't vigilant. They should be aware of what's going on with their kids and should teach them about "bad touching" and "good touching" in very gentle language so that the kids become aware when there's danger.

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    1. UpasanaApril 12, 2012 at 11:00 AM

      True KayEm! Kids being aware is the biggest weapon parents have!

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  33. Ghumakkar PunitApril 2, 2012 at 4:26 PM

    Goose fleshed! In so few words, you hav written so much....

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  34. Rohan ShankarApril 3, 2012 at 1:57 AM

    Gross bastards... sleeping with their own sister? No wonder such people are "forever alone". They seriously have to get a fucking life, or castrate if they cannot control their horniness.

    What the hell... I came here with a totally different mindset! I am like mentally scarred now.

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    1. UpasanaApril 12, 2012 at 11:02 AM

      I don't know what to say Rohan! I can understand where you are coming from!

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  35. FriendApril 4, 2012 at 10:13 AM

    This happens a lot more than that is told around. Heard tons of my friends talk about this, not only gals but boys too are abused. before there used to be solid combined family some one to look out for the kids.But, Now its even more hard for the kids.

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    1. UpasanaApril 12, 2012 at 11:04 AM

      It is! It happens right under the parents nose and its done by someone they trust! Very rarely do these cases come out in the open!

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  36. AbhyudayaApril 5, 2012 at 12:00 PM

    *shudder*

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  37. RadhaApril 12, 2012 at 8:38 PM

    wow! Such a strong message in such a soft tone! Loved your blog girl!

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  38. Namrata MahalingamApril 13, 2012 at 1:13 PM

    A bold post!

    And true too!

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  39. SwapnaApril 18, 2012 at 4:43 PM

    So much said in so few words. Horrifying, sickening, awful, gross it is but it also is the truth which is happening around us. A majority of child abusers are not strangers but from within the family. If the parents don't accept this fact and keep their eyes and ears open then such cases will keep on happening.

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  40. YuvaRevolutionApril 24, 2012 at 9:44 PM

    NICE!! short but so powerful!! :)

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  41. SammyApril 25, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    Nicely written.Short n Sweet msg..
    Well done yaar..cheers for the article :).
    Also Check out mine.Give your comment on it.
    Are Hijra's(TransGender) not a Human being.?

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  42. Aayesha S HakimJuly 18, 2014 at 2:07 PM

    This is soo sad :(

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