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Blessed is completely right. Please take her words to heart because there is alot of hurt that came from his abuse, and you and your niece should not suffer in silence.
It is very important for everyone involved to break the cycle of abuse. Perceived shame is very destructive in this instance, and you cannot let it cloud your judgment. You are couragous for telling the truth.
As an aside....I am really suprised they have statue of limitations on child abuse (as it pertains to first disclosure). I know more states do not have a statute of limitations on child abuse (as it pertains to instances of abuse), though now I feel like I should check up on any limitations once the abuse is documented.
Stay strong, stay connected, stay safe.
-pedagogue
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