Hi Everybody,
I am Erica Garza Rodriguez. I wanted to write and thank all of you for your interest and support during this long pursuit of justice.
To those wonderful friends who were able to travel to Ritzville for the trial, my heart overflows with humble gratitude.
Bill Bowen (and wife Sheila, behind the scene). B (you know who you are), Pat, Chris, Richard and wife, Gsark, Baharama and sister, Maximus, were you there? In all the excitement i didn't connect your names with your faces. To everybody else who also attended THANK YOU!
To all of those who have supported me in the trenches with your good wishes and prayers, THANK YOU SO MUCH, your posts bolstered me and your prayers uplifted me. WOW, now that's what I call UNCONDITIONAL LOVE!!!
My family joins me in giving thanks to all of you.
I'm sure most of you have heard that Manuel L. Beliz was convicted AGAIN,.... two counts of first degree child rape and two counts of first degree child molestation. The best part was seeing the handcuffs clamped on to his wrist and hearing the cynching ratchet of justice as they closed, knowing that his filthy hands can't damage another child, atleast for now.
Manuel molested two other girls, one of them he raped. These two girls, Mimi and Helena are blood sisters and could not testify at my trial because my case had to stand on its own.
I can't express my gratitude enough to all of you who were there in mind, heart, and spirit. I felt everyone of you present when I was testifying. When I was at my weakest and I couldn't take it anymore, you all made me strong........ THANK YOU!!!
Praise be to the true God!!!
Thanks for the support love, Erica
by angel 36 Replies latest jw friends
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angel
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jurs
Erica,
I'm so glad you posted. I am happy that Manuel Beliz is behind bars !!!
You've been through so much. I hope it helps knowing that we all care.
Hugs to you !!
Laura -
SlayerLayer
Erica, you are a true champ. Your bravery and courage are an example for us all. I wish you all the happiness that you deserve in life.
Chris M. Jones
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bajarama
Erica,
The entire experience taught me many lessons. I wish you the best, and I hope to read more of your posts.
baja
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Simon
Erica ... you were here all along !
Well done for showing so much courage and for seeing justice done - I hope things continue to work out for you.
Lots of love
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Prisca
It's you we should be thanking for showing what determination and courage is all about.
(((((((((erica))))))))))
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somebody
angel,
The name you chose fits you to a tee. You are an angel in so many ways. Especially for all the abuse survivors here, and out there in the world.
I thank you so very much for your courage and your strength.
peace,
somebody
PS...it was nice meeting you in the chat too! -
Tina
(((((((((erica)))))))))))))
Wishing you the best life has to offer! Love and peace to you.Tina -
thinkers wife
Erica,
Thank You!!! For giving us all hope and courage. May life's journey give you all you wish for!!!
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outnfree
((((Erica))))
We rejoice along with you that
The best part was seeing the handcuffs clamped on to his wrist and hearing the cynching ratchet of justice as they closed, knowing that his filthy hands can't damage another child, atleast for now.
I am sorry that you had to testify yet again, but your courage and determination is something I respect very much.
(Perhaps Mimi & Helena can testify at parole hearings, if and when Mr. Beliz becomes eligible? To help KEEP him behind bars for the full term.)
Thank you again for the hope and determination your case will/has given to others.
My sincere best wishes for the rest of your life to be healthy and joyful!
outnfree
Par dessus toutes choses, soyez bons. La bonte est ce qui ressemble le plus a Dieu et ce qui desarme le plus les hommes -- Lacordaire