Dian, I thought about this experience while driving to painting. I thought about how horrible it is for a mother’s blood to be dripping onto her baby! And for you to have to witness this must have scared you to death. John Bradshaw, who wrote “Coming Home” says that witnessing an act of violence is every bit as traumatic as experiencing the violence yourself. Gosh, Dian, no child (or adult) should ever have to witness such a crime. Yes, many families don’t speak of violence. Many parents hope their children don’t remember violence. But no problem gets solved in silence. Oh, I wondered if the boyfriend became your husband. Glad to know he’s still around. And I agree with your take on sharing. That’s how we learn that we are not alone. Yeah, and who needs the labels?