A Sequence of Unfortunate Events-Cindy

Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of Cindy, a survivor of a traumatic childhood in Southern Illinois.
For ad-free, uncensored videos and plenty of exclusive content please subscribe to the Soft White Underbelly subscription channel at softwhiteunderbelly.com. It's $10 a month and watchable on Apple and Android mobile apps, Roku TV, Apple TV and Amazon Fire.
Here's a link to a GoFundMe campaign to help some of the people seen in SWU interviews: gofund.me/9ebad507

[@carlyrobertson4755]

She is finally being heard. We hear you Cindy, we hear you💜

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Yes they are.

[@Rock.me.gently.7]

A sane person in a disturbed family. Growing up made to believe she’s the problem. You have lived through so much. You are a gem!

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you.

[@Kimann245]

@@TwistedAuntCindy That stepbrother needs to be thrown in jail, and so does the stepmother. Your Dad has dementia, so I don't know about that. He brought this all upon you. A really bad bastard. So horrible. And, yet you survived. You're making great progress now. And, I commend you.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

@Kimann245 the states attorney looking I ntl

[@sunlotus8]

She was what psychologist call "the designated patient" (by her family). ANd it's usually the most sane member of the family.

[@ryanreeves370]

🎉

[@Cynt12345]

👏the fact that she's a foster mom after all she's been through wow. What an amazing person. 👑

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you.

[@Mmmmkaaay]

Mark, this channel is giving a voice to the forgotten. Thank you for exposing the horrors of abuse and neglect.

[@sunlotus8]

I so much agree. There is such deep denial about child abuse, in families, communities and even professionals. I've experienced this on many levels and I'm sorry to say, there is a good degree of blaming the victims. and thank, you Mark, for acknowledging and presenting this truth.

[@jamiemelissa7762]

I’d listen any second I got if they wanted to share , everyone needs heard. I’m a nurse with my own story and it’s so healing to let it out and be heard. I try to always hush and listen to anyone who shares and from any life , this is vital to humanity I feel ❤ 🤗

[@Phor0phor]

And to the hidden

[@anastasiabeaverhausen2647]

​Did you get to share yet?

[@BrittanyyyWilson]

Once I heard she was moving in with 3 stepbrothers, I knew where the story was going 😢

[@terrytownsend5583]

You assumed . Sexist

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Unfortunately

[@melindasparkles]

Same! Absolutely awful.

[@suzanne637]

😢

[@evajimenez-fd6lr]

Sending her healing energy Find peace beautiful soul sister ❤

[@ricksalerno5079]

Sometimes family can be worse than an enemy.

[@darlene9154]

Poor girl, it’s a miracle she survived. Her father was a piece of crap and so was her mother. What a life for a little girl. 😢

[@reginarichards7001]

You mean the step mom

[@donsims1941]

​​@@reginarichards7001I think mother applies also . Her real mom gave her to a relative so she could stay with an abusive boyfriend. She's no better than the stepmom.

[@gregmeissner9960]

The video title speaks of Cindy’s victimhood, but her words speak of her strength. Such a strong person.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you

[@cc.99.]

Excellent way of articulating key words in the sense it’s meant for 😉🤍🫶✨growth in a loving heart ❤meant to Share Alll her Love Now. ❤ beautiful ending to hear her story, spread it wide to make it clear. I love talking when no one is listening, you know why - because no one but children actually listen to HEAR. Adults some-how listen to SPEAK. So I just say whatever I believe in, purity in heart doesn’t begin with knowing, it comes Out Of Experience giving Inner-Self-Understanding., into knowing what to Speak. You are The Shining Star of starting at the bottom, that you knew you wanted to OverCome, equals : infinity. Never again do you need to experience but need to Teach, as your doing Great❤

[@cc.99.]

Meant for Her, She ADMits, as the true ADMINISTRATOR of fixing corruption, by airing out the baggage . Off the shoulders , As a pillar of strength holding the protected light (is she) to make order out of chaos, You can see your self this way, as a BEaCon

[@cc.99.]

What a spirits gift of Youth you’ve received by being such a pure heart. Willing to receive what’s your due right 🫶 love. I feel you completely without having any of those horrible things happening. I’m beaming with pride for you Becoming your Higher Self! Isn’t it a fascinating Mind blowing rectification of thought patterns turned reality and becoming saved, by your own self unbeknownst to you while it is consuming you! Experiments we humans are with the ETs as parts of invisible destruction with dimensions of raising races of multiple levels in capacity to break free from hereditary captivity which created an inner world non existent to the equality of the raising of children amongst you. Awareness is creation and fuel is our hurt parts healed to inspire that very same. Liberation from Oppressors. TY. 36:21

[@caribcarib4337]

and a beautiful soul

[@shannanberry]

Im 61... And a survivor of neverending childhood traumas..... I struggle to this day.... its awesome the work you do to help children.... my spirit to yours miss cindy... YOU ROCK!!!!

[@peppercat8718]

❤

[@roxannemoser]

@shannanberry, I'm 58 and a victim of childhood traumas from age 6-18. I've been through therapy. I'm on medication. I still have nightmares and I stay away from people. My heart is with you and Cindy. This life won't last forever and someday we'll be torture free. I pray for reincarnation because if it's true, our next lives just have to be better. ✌🏻

[@susancole4687]

Do you have one good memory??

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

@@roxannemoser thank you. I'm sorry you went through you did.

[@shannanberry]

@@susancole4687 i have many.... those "good memories" are the saving grace for me.... lots of those" good Memories" i found in books.... of which i love to this day.... BOOKS!!!

[@nhlibra]

I hear you, Cindy. Mark's community hears you. You're a warrior. So sorry you had to go through all that bullshit growing up. My sister & I had the evil stepmother thing...not as bad as yours, but plenty of jealousy, emotional abuse, head games and LYING for years. You're an awesome aunt. Your niece can be thankful for that. I wish you all the best with your research and healing. Stay strong! Purple Hearts for you, for persevering the storm and coming through to the other side...💜💜💜💜💜💜 {{{{{Hugs}}}}} from New Hampshire.

[@peppercat8718]

❤

[@khanbibi]

that is narcissistic abuse it is one of the worst abuses ever my evil ass stepmom used to physically abuse me tie me up in a chair and lock me in a closet while tied up she also mentally psychologically and emotionally abuse me when i got older she did anything and everything to try to break me she tried to turn my grandfather against me on his sick bed and i was the only one caring for him i had my oldest daughter then she was a baby i was caring for sick grandfather and baby by myself no one picked up the slack she even had my dad take her side and he abused him as well and she even turned my oldest daughter against me too and even taught her how to emotionally blackmail me and extort money from me one time the evil ass bitch called my husband at work and lie on me and told him i was selling my ass which i didn't thank God he didn't believe her he was shaken up badly and i am so glad he believes me my ex mother in law hated her and she took up for me too she seen i was pissed off one day and i told her my stepmom was trying to extort money from me my ex mother in law let her have it she told me it is my money i don't have to give her jack shit she even had my dad call me hounding me for money and my father didn't want to do it i can hear it in his voice

[@mikemartinez2857]

Be kind to strangers,You never know the struggle of the person in the grocery line may have experienced .🙏🏽

[@mgmassey174]

Exactly. Be kind or STFU

[@alisonj9533]

My mum taught me that, it's so true and very worthwhile to stop a moment and say hello or smile

[@travelbon]

Cindy has a radiant smile, an infectious laugh, and a joyful personality. I wish her all the best as she heals and grows.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Awww thank you for all the kind words.

[@debbiebarrow7557]

​@@TwistedAuntCindy Thank you so much for this Godbless 🙏💕🔥💯🇬🇧

[@CassieBee88]

I was just telling my fiancee, the aunties with no kids are truly a gift to their nieces and nephews. Cindy, youre amazing and making sure that your niece is safe is so honorable and admirable.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

I love ever one.

[@caribcarib4337]

I like this woman

[@valeriehancotte-galan4790]

Cindy, make sure that you take care of yourself!! Time for hobbies, education, bubble baths, friends 😊💖🙏🙏

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

@@valeriehancotte-galan4790 trying daily. Emotions ugg, those are my triggers

[@megandolimpio6579]

I'm an auntie with no kids, hopefully I will be like her someday

[@laraoneal7284]

Good morning Mark. Another never ending story of horrific childhood trauma. I am so sorry for her. I pray for her recovery.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you

[@nelimena3951]

@@TwistedAuntCindygod bless you

[@julz9378]

so very sad. I look at my students and wonder are they enduring pain

[@justbarry587]

Cindy💜🙏✌️

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

@@julz9378 I'm hoping to get involved with some schools and tell some of my story. To help kids recognize truama

[@cookiepartyyy]

Wow, as someone who grew up in the mid Atlantic as a descendant of Pennsylvania Dutch/Germans, it’s wild to me how accurate this is and how much I can relate. My grandmother terrorized me as a child. Thankfully I was never molested, but I was beaten and treated in a very cold way and expected to basically be a servant to to my family. I got chills when you mentioned your German dad shaking his ice in his glass at you, because my German grandfather always did the same thing to us and my mom HATED it. I ended up moving to Los Angeles and have lived a very…interesting…life since then and I will not ever “move back home”. I’ve been out west for 14 years all alone with no family. I hope telling your story was helpful to you and you find some comfort in knowing you’re not alone. All the best.

[@nhlibra]

🤗💕

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you.

[@ronmexico79]

Lancaster?

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

@@stardust86x thank you.

[@PAULEYBOY84]

Damn, how did you make it on your own all those years? I’m from California but have lived most of my life on the east coast and have many times dreamed to run away to the west.

[@DarkoNomad]

Cindy is a such a mentally strong person. She went through so many horrible things that would many make addicted to drugs or mentally ill. Wish you all the best Cindy, you deserve that.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you.

[@maryhobbs4183]

Some of us were tortured by parents and siblings instead of parented let alone nurtured. Cindy you are a truth teller.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

@@maryhobbs4183 thank you

[@xrfordgal]

Given that Cindy got to 309lbs I’d say that food was perhaps her “drug of choice”??

[@xrfordgal]

She also suffers from PTSD so she does have mental health struggles too but thankfully didn’t turn to narcotics to cope

[@kaliak8153]

I can't really wrap my head around the fact that people bring children into this world and keep being selfish, inatentive, childish and immature. So many pursue their romantic dreams of a perfect partner, marry, divorce, remarry, have affairs, geenerally behave like irresponsible teenagers who just want to have fun in life, and their kids are tagged along like they were an object. A nuisance, actually.

[@Belihoney]

You hit it right on the spot wow. Kids being dragged along in the lives of people who are mentally and emotionally arrested. Devastatingly tragic.

[@nhlibra]

So true! I loved my father to pieces, but his choice of a 2nd wife??? wtf. Yep, the second head does all the thinking in dozens of situations. And the kids are low on the priority list at the same time.

[@playingwithkash2134]

She seems desperate to feel needed, I can bet you she dates black guys

[@susanseiler2071]

I hope Cindy reads all these comments and sees that ALL of us know none of this was her fault. It stinks that human nature is to blame ourselves when we have been exploited and abused by others. She is a lovely person, and I wish her the very best. ❤

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

I have , thank you so much

[@ericag4908]

​@@TwistedAuntCindywhy do you say around the 22 min mark that you told your mom you weren't willing to get assaulted by her boyfriend but then you went back to your dad's house to get raped by your stepbrother? You say you didn't know better but you had the boundary with your stepdad but not all the other stuff?

[@tiffanyesmerio4672]

What happened to you is not your fault. The adults in your life failed you, and you deserved so much better. I hope you can find healing from what was done to you. You are worthy of love, joy, peace, and being heard. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thanks for the kind words

[@reema9334]

"hope this helps" "it already has." this made me tear up :') bless your heart cindy

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

❤

[@Walkingwithjordan214]

I live close to where she grew up. This one hits close to home not just because of the geographic location but parts of her story sound so familiar. The events are unfortunate but your life is not. You are more amazing than you will ever know aunty. ❤

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Aww thank you.

[@kimberlybailey6696]

My granddaughter is going through the same thing. I’ve been fighting for custody for almost 5 years. CPS in this country is a joke, and there’s no such thing as justice

[@angelagreen1266]

It’s so sad. CPS is pathetic. 😢

[@Owlshadow.]

My 350 CPS cases I did in Arkansas and Montana weren't any kind of joke. And if you people had evolved, quit voting against your own interests, walk away from all religions, recognized boundaries and education .. No DCFS would be in your life. So the joke is on you poorly educated.. Squeeze your trump doll genius

[@carolynvillanueva5573]

Powerful story and I’m glad she’s getting the help she deserves.

[@indigoviolet77]

I’m from an Illinois suburb of St. Louis. It was nice to see a regional neighbor on SWU. Cindy, I’ve heard stories similar to yours from far too many women I care about. It makes me so angry that these men are still walking around in the world. I don’t know the solution, but know that you are not alone. You are strong and brave. Keep fighting. You are making the world a better place. ❤

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

❤

[@MsChelsea1448]

I’m sooooo proud of her for surviving. I’m glad she exists to save those who feel lost.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you

[@joannemates6367]

Hearing stories like this makes you think maybe my childhood wasn’t so bad. Even though there was so much severe childhood and generational trauma. I wish this woman so much love, healing and peace. Cheers, from Country Victoria. Australia ❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@playingwithkash2134]

She seems desperate to have kids and to feel needed

[@marylougeorge9890]

@@playingwithkash2134Desperate to have kids? Where are you getting that?🤷‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@nathandriscoll5146]

She was never able to have kids after the miscarriage. If your thinking that because of fostering you are so wrong.

[@playingwithkash2134]

@@marylougeorge9890 she was so done with the family but felt like she needed to come back to protect her niece, she keep saying stuff like she wanted to be someone’s hero or like she wants to be needed or something

[@playingwithkash2134]

@@marylougeorge9890 she ain have kids herself but keep trying to be in a mother’s role , did you not listen to the interview ?

[@Angie-et6hr]

CINDY , YOURE ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL & AMAZING! Thank you for letting us into your life & telling your story.

[@mbangokokon2348]

Your stepmom is reaping the fruit of her evil seed.3 old children amounting to nothing in life! Sending you love and light-you are a survivor!

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

❤ thank you

[@711PARNAERUE]

I pray everyone in the town hears this, & she & the son faces what they done to you. ✨

[@juliemackenzie1978]

Another horrific story. Why aren't parents realizing this is happening, when girls are afraid of spending time with family members? Or step-family members? 💔😳🙄🤷🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️ I shake my head over & over again. It makes me so grateful for the family that I was raised in. Thank you for sharing this video with us. I wish her all the best.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

I'm hoping this can help others relize that need Tobe checking on loved ones

[@juliemackenzie1978]

@@TwistedAuntCindy Absolutely! 👍😊

[@dawnhoughton4533]

They know. They ignore it for selfish reasons

[@CherithDawn81]

We hear your voice now, Cindy! You are so brave to tell your story. I’m so sorry you’ve had to be so strong for so long. What happened to you was wrong, but how you are handling it and the strength you are giving to others through it, is amazing.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you

[@vvc_551]

I Can tell she’s a good person. I was sexual molested at 15 and didn’t tell my mom because I knew she’d be mad at me. I kept this for secret to myself and thought I had buried it for many years. There will be times that would come up in my head and I would wonder why when I made sure I buried it. Little did I know later in life that this was trauma. 23 years after, I let it out to my friend and therapist. Till this day my family doesn’t even know because Ik they wouldn’t get it. It only took one time for me to get molested to affect me the rest of my life. Til this day, I feel “fortunate” and shouldn’t complain or talk about it because it happened once unlike other people like this lady that went on for a long time. Trauma is trauma and is as painful as anyone else’s. We must do a better job as parents and humans to educate kids that it’s Not ok for people to touch their privates and make them do inappropriate things. Kids don’t know and even if they know it’s wrong, they’re scared and confused. Wishing healing and overcoming this horrible experience to anyone that has endured this pain

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thanks

[@6angels451]

I am very saddened that your mom would be mad at u for that. That Is Not your fault at all

[@mariahcolvin524]

I relate with you so much. I tried to open up to my brother once and got told I shouldn't blame the person because he wasn't in his right state of mind being drunk..like that is some kind of excuse. So I never mentioned it again to anyone. Some days, it comes to mind, but most days, I can keep it out of thought.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

@@mariahcolvin524 I'm so sorry. I believe you

[@Kwatson855]

Family scapegoat! So super sad! It’s so good of you Cindy to speak about and expose this dysfunctional behavior so that others learn the signs of abuse. I wish you healing and peace for the remainder of your life.

[@heybigbender]

Her ability to tell her horrific story with humour and genuine reflection is so admirable. Women like Cindy keep the world revolving. Every village, town and city in every country on Earth are full of stories like this, and this is why the global liberation of Women remains so important. All power to you and your recovery girl, and those of you planning your escape or telling your stories too.

[@devontolly1596]

Modern day feminism is absolutely horrible for society.

[@DANStickerman]

Humour/Humor Filters Pain and helps us cope. She's a Warrior!

[@TimsVampireSexCult]

​@@devontolly1596irrelevant

[@heybigbender]

@@DANStickerman preach!

[@ow3wells]

When people have children, their children should be their number one priority, and they should listen to what their children are telling them.

[@devontolly1596]

I agree but you listen to your children and also guide them in the right direction because they're kids and not adults.

[@playingwithkash2134]

She seems like she was desperate for a child

[@ow3wells]

@@playingwithkash2134 Some young girls want someone to love and someone who will love them back because they never received love growing up.

[@playingwithkash2134]

@@ow3wells I get that but she jus seems like she wants to feel needed, which I always thought was a bit weird but hey what does my opinion matter ? 🤷‍♂️

[@Fuckouttahereeeeeee]

It needs to start with a good foundation and that starts with the parents marriage. She would probably had never been in this position had her parents built a solid foundation to raise her.

[@catarinaassuncao157]

I just wanted to hug her so much and told her how important she is to the world!

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Aww I feel the energy thank you

[@danielleseymour3505]

Thank you, Cindy, for sharing your story. More power to you.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you

[@enfelicidad3964]

from the Philippines Ive been a fan of this channel since pandemic It never occurred to me before that this level of abuse can happen inside your home. This channel is an eye opener to me and this episode is by far saddest for me. 😢 You are very strong. I really pray for your healing. Be happy, you deserve it.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you. I am happy.

[@user-lf2lf6wy4z]

It is absolutely shocking to me how COMMON this is.

[@bagelman10]

Oh, this poor poor woman. Some people are dealt such unlucky hands in life… Her patience and grace is almost unbelievable to me. I really hope she finds peace with herself

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

I'm working on it daily. Today is better then those.

[@valeriehancotte-galan4790]

"Hope" doesn't get it, we MUST intervene!!

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

@valeriehancotte-galan4790 montgomery county il SA is who to ask why?

[@kwmuraguri4302]

“Believe your kids” - that part. Always. Thank you for sharing your story Cindy 🙏

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Your welcome ❤

[@patrickhollywood93]

I am amazed at how some people were raised. I am so sorry to hear about your unfortunate events. Perhaps there was a silver lining that came out from all of this? Thank you for sharing.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

There has I have helped others by sharing

[@MrJim5280]

@@TwistedAuntCindywere all three boys terrible to you, or just the one?

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

@MrJim5280 the hate was there but no touching.

[@leahsundvall5894]

It’s hard to accept there is a sisterhood of women who have experienced this horror, but it’s comforting to know someone understands your pain. Someone who knows how you feel. Thank you for sharing. I’m starting therapy at 50. It’s NEVER too late to get help.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Very true. Please be gentle with yourself

[@amandabrown3574]

We need more people like her in this messed up world

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

I just try to be fair.

[@jenniferthomason3431]

Cindy you are an amazing woman for fostering kids and giving them the love and protection that they need.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

I try

[@adityatyagi4009]

Great interview. People like Cindy make the best counselors for those dealing with childhood trauma issues. All the best to her.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you

[@Librabxy]

I’m so proud of you Cindy, you have such a beautiful spirit and are a lot more powerful than you even are aware of. Sending you lots of love

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Aww thank you. 😊

[@routinemsp2705]

It's so true, you radiate strength ❤

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

@@routinemsp2705 😊

[@user-lf2lf6wy4z]

@@routinemsp2705 I totally agree. There's a warmth and sense of safety that emanates from you.

[@alexandraforse]

sweet Cindy, I hear you. You are not a liar. You are a beautiful person with so much love to give. Every foster kid you've cared for is more blessed than they know!

[@VanessaMElder]

What a sweet well mannered lady. Cindy, you are so brave. Thank you for sharing your story with us.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Your welcome

[@Ace-3.]

I’m happy to see she has found something important to her in life and seems to be doing a lot better now, no one should have been treated like that, especially by people who are supposed to be her family.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Daily im making the best of it. Thank you

[@teemarie5478]

Thanks mark, for letting her tell her story. It will help some people.

[@oppositeofh8]

"believe your kids" -- 100% this

[@nataliepapolis]

Most of the people in our community knew my brother and I were terribly physically and emotionally abused. Some of the punishments were conducted outside in the front yard ! People driving by would see. No one ever reported the abuse they turned a blind eye It is disgusting

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

I'm sorry

[@6angels451]

That’s messed up 😢

[@user-lf2lf6wy4z]

It's almost like you're victimized twice

[@gozimusable1]

While expensive therapy was the only option b4, Mark Laita really works like an unselfish, clean priest in exchange for a photograph that makes others care or at the very least pay attention to these peoples stories, with dignity. You deserve a Nobel Peace prize as im addicted to hearing all these perspectives

[@reginaarnone4845]

Many counties in the country have outpatient mental health facilities that work off a sliding fee scale.

[@samanthaburgess5942]

There has never been anyone else like Mark!!!! Hes amazing

[@tinatieden8499]

CINDY , I FEEL YA ! MUCH MUCH MUCH LOVE to you ! virtual hug !

[@andreacasnellie4365]

You are now being heard , Cindy! So happy to hear you have survived and are now helping your nieces!

[@goodcitizen6334]

My favorite interview so far. What a beautiful soul!

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

I'm so touched, thank you❤

[@kristymurphy1363]

This story is so relatable to me. I started getting sexually abuse at a very young age by 3 older cousins and one of the cousins was already 10 when I was born. It’s a long story and I’ve never actually told the story to anyone I spent years wondering what the hell was wrong with me till I was in my forties and memories started coming back and now they won’t go away it sucks bad.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

There is way to help with the memories. I hope you can find help

[@a.w.3772]

So sorry for what you went through. NONE OF IT WAS *EVER* your fault. None of it.

[@annastarr2043]

Im 65 & many of had us had smilar or worse circumstances, neghbors knew, schools knew , nobody cared - no intervention, no counseling. I went from private school (Notre Dame academy) to foster care and yes I PUT MYSELF in foster care. Things were especially difficult im on the autism spectrum

[@sheribalsoma9778]

To many FUCKING people have NO BUSINESS having Children Sometimes you have to walk away from your biological family to STOP the Trauma Bonding! Thank you Cindy for raising awareness to give others the strength to share their stories as well! Much Love ❤and Healing to you WWG1WGA🌎WORLDWIDE ❤❤❤❤❤🇺🇸

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

😊

[@elisabethsalmon4107]

WOW...Just WOW!! I hung onto every word she spoke. I cried alot for her pain. Her story really touched my heart. I sincerely hope and Pray she works through her painful heartaches and sorrows.🙏🙏🙏

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

I am daily thank you.

[@MelissicPerfection]

Her story just broke my heart

[@agatagoldy]

Cindy thank you for speaking out and breaking the generational trauma, you are strong!!!!

[@terywetherlow7970]

I read somewhere that the first task many of us have, is forgiving ourselves for being an innocent child.....any acting out is caused by our S.A. and the attendant B.S. we have had to endure, alone God Bless you Cindy. Keep sharing your story. I am 68 & pray others will continue the work of keeping attention on this issue, to protect the innocents. ❤ Tee

[@cynthiabeauchamp5623]

Cindy, you are WORTHY of all the best life has to offer. I send prayers for your continued recovery.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

😊

[@maggiesfarm7970]

I'm mostly German, part English. I can tell you this ... When people of that genetic mix get mad, you're finished! My parents were mean and unreliable. They were abusive to all 4 of us. I was so glad to get away from them and moved across the country to live with good relatives. It never goes away, though. The way I was raised affects everything I do now. I protect myself from people all the time. I prefer to be alone.

[@berniejaylea]

❤️❤️❤️😪❤️

[@valeriethompson6064]

😢

[@margaretwebb389]

Hi Maggie! I am Margaret aka Maggie. Not only do we share a name but heritage as well. My Mom was the daughter of a German mother and 3rd generation Irish father. I was raised by an over the top abusive mother, and there were 4 of us, just like your family. Our childhood affected all of us, and changed our destinies. We were robbed of hope/ faith in humanity, not to mention ourselves.

[@anneflynn9614]

It isn't from your parents genetics. It is from general trauma passed down.

[@maureenmartini5094]

Cindy...you are STRONG! Thank you for sharing your story! I'm sorry you had to go through any of these horrors. ❤❤❤❤ I'm unbelievably happy for you and your healing process!

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

❤

[@SuttonHobbyFarm]

My goodness Cindy ☹️ I had know idea how much pain you had in childhood... You're an amazingly strong woman to get to where you are now! 🩶 keep pushing through!

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

❤

[@jennifersloan2548]

This woman is amazing. Sje is making a huge difference by simply telling her story and standing up for herself and protecting others in her family. I'm glad I watched this. Had no clue what the content would be. This is heartbreaking. Yet very inspiring. Thank you for sharing.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you for watching

[@carolseven3802]

Cindy you don’t need to clear your name with your family. Vindictive people don’t change even in the face of physical proof. You living a successful life and helping other children is the greatest revenge. Keep moving forward and hold your head up high.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you

[@user-oz5bx8vn2e]

Such a strong, smart, wise, generous woman you are, Cindy. Thank you for sharing your story!

[@BeeTimesTwo]

I feel so deeply for those that go through life experiences like this. It’s just so unfair. Just a humbling amount of pain, sadness and abuse. My heart goes out to her.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you

[@user-if4ib4gg9u]

Thank you Cindy, your story is horrifying. You’re so strong and your wings are visible . Thank you for saying and for explaining that as a child, you don’t know any different. You don’t know it’s wrong. You don’t. People seem to judge and ask: why don’t kids, adults, seniors, anyone, why don’t they tell? So many reasons. We don’t know it’s wrong because this is all we know. And the threats. The abusers threaten that you will be sent to a foster home, they will kill your family, nobody will believe you… anything. Thank you Mark for giving her a platform. Your series is real.❤

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you for your kind words

[@m.a.castillo4788]

I am so happy to hear that you are getting all of the help you need. As a survivor myself and with depression and adhd it is so hard to decipher what is an actual feeling and what is a symptom of our survival. Best of luck with living a happy life. I am so glad you got out your truth.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

❤

[@sbmenard7374]

You are so brave, Cindy. A strong, beautiful, and resilient soul❤

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you. I'm definitely a Twisted Aunt and protected

[@angelinarodriguez1220]

We hear you Cindy. Sending so much love and support your way. Your experience is 100% valid.

[@thenewcleopatra]

You are and always were BEAUTIFUL. You are a beacon of light and hope to those out there who have endured and survived abuse with their hearts still in tact.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you

[@zelda4lifeschramm]

That joke is sick and they should be ashamed of themselves Cindy.I feel your pain so much.I have my own series of unforunate events.May god hold us now and keep us safe from harm.Sending my love to you.

[@marylougeorge9890]

Cindy, I’m still feeling the stabbing in my chest from when you expressed not being around might have been the answer to your problems. How many kids have felt that? How many have carried that deep soul pain into adulthood? Thank you for sharing your story. I know you’ve helped open the doors to the healing of others. Keep on loving. The world needs your compassion. ❤️❤️❤️

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Yes #wehealtogher

[@marylougeorge9890]

@@TwistedAuntCindy 💔

[@AlpinePreparedness]

I listen to every single interview and this might be the most powerful one. That moment she said she was a foster parent now.. wow! ❤

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Aww thanks

[@AlpinePreparedness]

@@TwistedAuntCindy ❤️❤️

[@xrfordgal]

**Spoiler alert!** 😉😄 Oh Cindy, a sequence of unfortunate events for sure but look at you now! So strong, caring and kind. You had the worst start to life but you made it 💪🏻 Wishing you all the best for the future x

[@kittenclawsguitarvideos6147]

It sounds like she has done a lot of healing, and she is entering a new chapter of her life. I wish her so much happiness.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

I have. I want to help others now to do the same.

[@kittenclawsguitarvideos6147]

@@TwistedAuntCindy you can make a huge difference because you have been through it

[@melindasparkles]

The first time she said “three boys”… my heart sank. I knew. God this stuff is rampant. I know so many in my own family who have gone through similar. I don’t get it.

[@user-lf2lf6wy4z]

It's shockingly common. I know this kind of crap has existed but it just seems that in this day and age, it's .................common. That, to me, is a mind-blower.

[@tb1352]

Stay strong thanks for sharing your story. I'm proud of you! It's 30+ years for me I can relate what your going through is so hard but you are an angel for speaking the truth

[@TheDivaShiba]

Kids are lucky to have someone like her in their life.

[@Jais328]

I definitely am proud of you Cindy!!! It is not easy to tell your story but you are and you are helping people across the world with it. I am happy to see the level of protection that you had for your female family members and the love that you can still have!!! Keep going and spreading love!!! The universe is answering your requests!! ❣❣❣

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Yes it is

[@vicentgalvan70]

This woman is amazing.

[@derrick8224]

I look forward daily to these videos. Amazing channel. Thank you

[@barbarajean7208]

I love this woman! Thank you, Cindy for sharing your story and for fostering kiddos.

[@sallymelville-td5vm]

Thank you for sharing your story. You have no idea the ripples of courage and healing you are sending out into the world. It’s not just your nieces and foster children that are lucky to have you, the world is lucky to have you, you are making a difference. Someone somewhere you have never meet will hear your story and they will know what’s happening to them is wrong, someone will find the strength to tell, someone will listen and believe a child, someone will start to believe there’s a way out and someone will stop blaming themselves, because of you. I hope your path forward is full of the love and happiness you have always deserved.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you. That has happened already and im so thankful. ❤

[@devondavis3354]

Amazing human. Sending her so much love.

[@FLBeautyQueen]

Understand. I’m so sorry you had to go through all that alone too. I was abused on a scale only a few know. The most traumatic part is when I finally told my mother about the SA. My friend who witnessed it, told me that’s not normal, & took me to file a police report. When my mother found out, she forced me to retract my statement since I was a minor & said, “If anyone ever finds one, no decent man will ever want you.” I was charged with my first crime; Felony Perjury & spent 30 days in juvenile detention suffering even further. I never received any counseling or professional help. It’s a sick world.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

It's not to late, that little girl needs her words❤

[@shellygrigoroff6793]

So proud of you Cindy. Wow. Seeing you here like this inspires me to tell my story. Thank you for telling your story. It is amazing to me that some of us realize when we are adults wait a minute...our childhoods were not average or usual and how they affected us. Sending loads of love to you and bravo on your courage!

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you❤

[@tashtash8113]

People like Cindy were blessed with a strength unknown to regular people. I pray for her continued healing and wish her the best in all her endeavors.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

❤ thank you so much. I accept those prayers 🙏

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

❤ thank you so much. I accept those prayers 🙏

[@kendrak08]

Cindy, I hope you are reading the comments. You are brave & you are heard. I'm so sorry no one listened when you needed it most.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

I am, thank you

[@internationalkathy6569]

This is the first interview I have seen Mark do without saying a word. I like it.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

He is a man that makes it easy to talk. He told me to be me and just tell my story.

[@aeliseloggains3254]

I don’t know how you manage to keep composure with the sheer amount of vicarious trauma you encounter daily. I appreciate your videos because they are the real stories. The real public. The real world. I have so much respect for you and have fallen in love just a little bit with every person I have watched. I have many dark pieces of past as well and the validation and refurbishing my hopes is something to live for. We are not alone. We are not nothing. And I really would love to hug everyone you speak to. 💔🖤❤️‍🩹

[@sunlotus8]

Thank you, Cindy, for telling the truth. The truth is powerful and healing 💟 and bless you for taking the higher road.

[@whiteprism7004]

Heroic journey! Survivor! Nature over nurture. These are the true healers because they deeply understand. Thank you for sharing Cindy❤ u are powerful! Never forget it!

[@EmEm872]

What a powerful story. Thankyou for sharing your story with us Cindy ❤❤

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Your welcome

[@lebronjackson8887]

Wow. Is all I can say Cindy. You are shining. Please keep telling your story, and I am an adopted myself so thank you.

[@TwistedAuntCindy]

Thank you

[@bettywinebrinner4932]

My heart bleeds for you❤️ 58 years old here and have been through similar situations.. I currently take care of my parents that have put me through hell. Thank God for some therapy and meds!

[@simoneware1193]

Same here. I’m 48 years old. Looking after my father who psychologically abused my sister and I all our lives… he’s in his 80s now and still continues to torture us with mind games. Having a narcissistic parent is hell. No one understands unless they’ve lived it.