Today is the 13 year anniversary of my abortion. It is still the best decision I’ve ever made. At the time there was so much shame, fear, and guilt surrounding it.

Between my partner who did not support my choice to all the protesters that called me terrible things, I almost didn’t go through with it. In the end I knew it was what I needed, and I am so happy I trusted my inner voice. Today I feel empowered to tell my story and yell at the top of my lungs for abortion rights. I don’t want anyone else to have to feel the way I did.