Trafficking in America: Mary McDowell's Story

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  • Опубликовано: 10 дек 2023
  • Mary McDowell is a survivor of human trafficking. This is her story.
    The National Human Trafficking Hotline is 1-888-373-7888. Call to connect with anti-trafficking services in your area, to report a tip, for training and assistance, general information, or specific anti-trafficking resources.
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  • @martaaltheide5146
    @martaaltheide5146 Месяц назад +954

    My friend Irma M. was kidnapped leaving work one afternoon. My sister picked me up, we offered her a ride home, she refused bc it was far out of our way. Worst decision. She was driven to Mexico to the red light district. She worked as call girl by being threatened with death. One day an American man, realized
    she was American and she confided in him, and he never used her, told her to wait for him by the exit door. She did. He rescued her. It was 2 very long years but that man was an angel among us.

    • @Candlewick14
      @Candlewick14 Месяц назад

      That man was presumably in a brothel happy to sleep with victimised women and helped your friend because she was American. That's not really very great is it

    • @patti6937
      @patti6937 Месяц назад +37

      Wow a hero/angel saved her.

    • @stardust949
      @stardust949 29 дней назад +37

      wow! I hope your friend has been able to recover since then. How horrifying.

    • @amyalbernaz8687
      @amyalbernaz8687 25 дней назад +16

      What an angel than God for THA man!!!! Sounds like a movie!

    • @AlexiHolford
      @AlexiHolford 25 дней назад +89

      what was that man doing there? If she had been Mexican, would he have taken advantage of her?

  • @investigacaoeleitv
    @investigacaoeleitv 4 месяца назад +833

    I am an attorney and a human trafficking victim advocate and I cried listening to you . I am so proud you chose to make difference helping victims of human trafficking. Welcome to my world.

    • @TexasPictures
      @TexasPictures  4 месяца назад +51

      Thank you for sharing

    • @unlistedandtwisted
      @unlistedandtwisted Месяц назад +32

      How can I help? I'm a CNA. I want to help people like this.

    • @eagle-eye29
      @eagle-eye29 Месяц назад +83

      The Church of Scientology has been trafficking children for decades. Some of the now adult “second gens” are speaking out about the abuse they endured on their SPTV RUclips channels. Their voices are ignored and dismissed by media, law enforcement and agency advocates and authorities. Their abuse deserves to be recognized and their perpetrators need to be held accountable.

    • @fayesarren5042
      @fayesarren5042 Месяц назад +22

      God bless you

    • @Mamacita-6
      @Mamacita-6 Месяц назад +14

      For those who need help, what number do they call or website?

  • @pixielove5803
    @pixielove5803 Месяц назад +528

    I think schools need to educate kids about human trafficking and have them watch these videos. These will always remind young ladies what predators are out there to be more aware of their surroundings, watch out whi you hang out with.

    • @sharonknapp5015
      @sharonknapp5015 Месяц назад +42

      Except they are federally funded...... same reason kids aren't taught about money, stocks, survival skills.

    • @CATAGUILAR
      @CATAGUILAR Месяц назад +36

      Parents need to do this . Teachers already have been given too much of parents responsibilities .

    • @kandibabybriscoe399
      @kandibabybriscoe399 Месяц назад +4

      I definitely agree 💯

    • @smileycoast5331
      @smileycoast5331 Месяц назад +10

      They to focus on what type of gender the children are, they should educate the children I agree with you

    • @shelleysedwick
      @shelleysedwick Месяц назад +11

      Why do schools need to do this? This needs to be done at home.

  • @ankejacobs4649
    @ankejacobs4649 Месяц назад +648

    You are amazing, they should show this in high school- for girls AND boys.

    • @user-kl8lo6rj5i
      @user-kl8lo6rj5i Месяц назад +31

      They should show this to parents. Her parents suck.

    • @cacadog67
      @cacadog67 Месяц назад +8

      What an intelligent girl. Respect + love.

    • @user-cy4vw1qj9m
      @user-cy4vw1qj9m Месяц назад +4

      I was thinking the same as you.

    • @cathywithac3793
      @cathywithac3793 Месяц назад

      @@user-kl8lo6rj5i 🎯🎯🎯
      Once your kid is born, it's not about you any more. Depressed? Too bad! Get out of bed and make sure your kid has breakfast, clean clothes and lunch for school! Not happy in your marriage? Don't cheat on your spouse! Either learn to compromise or get a divorce! Put the needs of your children (and spouse if you're married AND YOU SHOULD BE MARRIED) first.
      This girl's life would've turned out so much differently if her parents focused less on their own misery than on what would make their little girl thrive. There are so many lessons to take away from this horrific experience. God bless this young lady for making the best of things and serving as a cautionary tale for others.

    • @Auntiesheey
      @Auntiesheey Месяц назад +2

      Yessss!!!!

  • @GelPrint-FL
    @GelPrint-FL 3 месяца назад +400

    This isn't just a traffick story but also a guardian angel story. Give this video a like. Many are afraid to listen to trafficking stories. Still give it a like because youtube will not promote it as much, unless we all support her brave story.

  • @somr1972
    @somr1972 Месяц назад +348

    I had a "friend", Mary, in high school that tried to divide me from my mother. My mom always didn't like her. I got into a fight with my mom and Mary talked me into running away.
    We stayed the night at a man's house, Curtis, who was in his 40s. He had male friends, who came to his house and Mary wanted me to go with her so we could "go shopping". I had no clue what was going on and Curtis spoke up and said, "No. She can stay here."
    After a few minutes, he asked me if I was hungry. He then looked at me and said, "You don't know who she is and she is not your friend. You remind me of my daughter and whatever differences you and your mom have, you need to go home."
    He made me call my mom, gave me his address, and she came immediately.
    The more stories like this that came out over the years, I KNOW how lucky I am. It has made me VERY aware of my surroundings and it's hard to trust people.

    • @elizabethashleyfinsthwait5131
      @elizabethashleyfinsthwait5131 24 дня назад +7

      ❤😢❤❤❤❤❤

    • @lilianaquintero9100
      @lilianaquintero9100 23 дня назад

      Glad Curtis helped you but he was still raping teens that didn’t look like his daughter . Maybe you got him to repent and change his ways .

    • @patriot4095
      @patriot4095 23 дня назад +19

      Wow, you are so lucky. I’m amazed that man didn’t want you to be forced into anything. Was she trying to sell you into slavery? And he wasn’t into that? Glad you are out.

    • @LindsAyWithAttitude
      @LindsAyWithAttitude 22 дня назад +1

      Woah!!

    • @Chronicallymanette
      @Chronicallymanette 21 день назад +3

      You are one blessed soul

  • @marisolsilva1562
    @marisolsilva1562 5 месяцев назад +376

    At the beginning, Mary said "my trafficking started at home". She said that twice, and to me it doesn't mean it started on her phone or computer, but that her awful experience could happen because of the attention and care she didn't get. The trafficker identified that feeling, that deep human desire for connection, and preyed on it - in fact, he didn't even asked her to do nothing but chat, and for a long time! So the message she gave by the end, to always listen and keep the door open to our children, is so, so, so important! The great artist Jewel said that attention is the most sincere form of devotion. Love is a feeling; attention is the feeling in motion. Don't say "I love my kids": prove it by paying attention to them. That's the best thing we can do to protect them from these monsters. Thank you Mary for your story and for your powerful message.

    • @doreencolangelo9318
      @doreencolangelo9318 2 месяца назад +13

      ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @flutterbugs
      @flutterbugs Месяц назад +16

      perfectly said

    • @unlistedandtwisted
      @unlistedandtwisted Месяц назад +26

      Yeah, that line struck me, too. Didn't surprise me, but it's so powerful that she told her story using that line. For people out there that aren't aware of what "street life" is REALLY like, they don't understand that most people end up in positions like hers - or where I once was - because they're not getting what they need and deserve at home. DFCS in MOST states mandate that parents be able to do more than just house, clothe, feed, educate and provide medical care their child. They typically also require parents be able to identify and prioritize the CHILD'S needs ahead of THEIR OWN. To be able to empathize with their child and tend to their EMOTIONAL needs. My parents weren't much different than hers or her friend's. My mom was absent. She was an alcoholic. Every day from the first grade, I came home from school and she was passed out. So, I poured out her vodka, made sure she was breathing, and did whatever I wanted everyday until I moved out. I was SIX and knew the DIFFERENCE between WATER and SKOAL. My dad was always working. I got into drugs at 14. I quit, got a job, was on the honor roll in college, but when I lost my little family due to my drinking, I went to AA and NA meetings to quit. That led me to a bf that introduced me to Heroin. I ended up becoming an IV Heroin addict. It took about 6 years of hell in my twenties - a time your supposed to be "happy" to quit. I did. Then it took another 4 or 5 years to get where I am today. Clean, working a great job again, thinking about finishing my nursing degree. It's not easy. And people don't realize how often it starts so young, at home. Thank you for sharing your story. Thank God you're here, you're alive. You're an amazing survivor.

    • @MyriadLove
      @MyriadLove Месяц назад

      This man took a bus for days to get to her. These men are broke and using children's bodies. Of course all he wanted to do was 'chat', he ain't got nothing but time on his hands. ugh...lazy, old, bum.

    • @cydppalley2644
      @cydppalley2644 Месяц назад +3

      👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️💐

  • @domenicagiordano4046
    @domenicagiordano4046 Месяц назад +311

    The woman in the Laundromat was an angel... And so are you. Turning this awful situation around and using it to advocate for and help others is incredible. Thank you. You are so strong ❤️

    • @MaryYaeger-xz9gj
      @MaryYaeger-xz9gj Месяц назад +7

      So well said! Thank you so much, Mary! ❤God bless you and I honor your tremendous strength, your willingness to work with other victims of trafficking! You have inspired me to reach out, to be more willing to work with law enforcement and to become trained myself in this fight! Children are not for sale, people are not for sale! God has created us to love Him, to receive His love, and to love others! May God continue to bless you, to protect you and everyone who is committed as valiant, heroic soldiers in this darkness and evil! ❤I LOVE YOU! Thank you!

  • @donnaturpin5995
    @donnaturpin5995 5 месяцев назад +354

    An honest example of how important parents need to be all up in their childrens lives. God bless this young lady!

    • @deborahstone9696
      @deborahstone9696 Месяц назад +12

      What if your 10year old had been groomed at school, while on the school's computer?? School covers it up..Police don't help!! She now draws major pornagraphic pictures 😢😢😢.. no electronics in my home. I watch her like a hawk.no relationship or friendship for me for 24years.life has been cruel. No accountability 😢😢😢

    • @j25lopez
      @j25lopez Месяц назад +2

      100%

    • @cynthiastephens8201
      @cynthiastephens8201 Месяц назад +5

      ​@@deborahstone9696 Home school. Go to school board meeti gs. Speak up. Don't holdback. Save your child. MY SON was sa 7 years beginning ire finding out. Prison killed the adult organiz. Mentor.

    • @Hellofa6ird
      @Hellofa6ird Месяц назад +9

      HER PARENTS TRIED!!! They found out, intervened, and confiscated her computer access.

    • @nichellehowell
      @nichellehowell Месяц назад +6

      @@Hellofa6ird she needed love......they failed her.

  • @katekrieger4646
    @katekrieger4646 27 дней назад +108

    Appalled that federal charges didn’t get him without her pressing charges. This is insanity.

    • @Lucid-1111
      @Lucid-1111 3 дня назад

      This is "normal"
      They do not care about the people as a whole.

  • @HaveFaith_11
    @HaveFaith_11 2 месяца назад +252

    I’ve been binge watching this channel & once I got to the Trafficking stories my heart & stomach dropped! I kept passing up the videos because I am a rape & dv Survivor 💜. Hi my name is Sara. From 5 to 11 years old I was groomed, raped, tortured, sold, & brainwashed by my uncle. He programmed me to be his little ‘princess’ or ‘kitten’. I learned to disassociate when horrible things were happening to me. I still have chunks of memories missing & get flashbacks. Certain things , smells, or even sounds make me want to go into fight or flight mode. I have CPTSD, anxiety, flashbacks, & OCD. It has taken me along time to somewhat heal. The trauma I endured will always be with me. I can finally say it was NOT my fault, I did not deserve it, I didn’t ask for it, & I love myself. I used to have so much anger & hatred in my heart. I didn’t get any type of justice all because of the people my uncle knew. It was like what happened to me didn’t happen. There was no ‘proof’ even though I remember being recorded 😢. I am glad I decided to watch these videos because these women are absolutely AMAZING, BRAVE, STRONG, & SURVIVORS! Y’all are enough & deserve so much better. Thank you for telling your stories! I promise you it will help so many people. I tell my story to help others & let them know they’re not alone. Sending you so much love & prayers !!

    • @ivaloowilson3524
      @ivaloowilson3524 Месяц назад +25

      Thank you for sharing. You are a strong resilient person. I two am a survivor of rape & DV. It took years of therapy to feel free of the shame & hurt I experienced. If it helps one person....God Bless you and Mary💔❤️‍🩹❤️

    • @HaveFaith_11
      @HaveFaith_11 Месяц назад +20

      @@ivaloowilson3524 I Am so GLAD you are still here & got away. You’re not alone! If you ever need someone to talk to I’ll listen.

    • @melliecrann-gaoth4789
      @melliecrann-gaoth4789 Месяц назад +14

      Sara Compassion to you ❤️‍🩹

    • @shehasjesus4021
      @shehasjesus4021 Месяц назад +14

      What an amazing brave woman you are! Thank you for sharing your story with us. We Do Recover! GOD BLESS YOU!

    • @alixerri5210
      @alixerri5210 Месяц назад +11

      Sara, I am so sorry this happened to you. You are so strong. Thank you for sharing your story. Sending hugs!❤

  • @sandramelia3765
    @sandramelia3765 Месяц назад +220

    Thank you for not staying silent.

  • @nilsanarvaez7947
    @nilsanarvaez7947 5 месяцев назад +185

    Thank God for that woman in the laundromat. And thank God you made it out! ❤❤

  • @nicolewright5342
    @nicolewright5342 2 месяца назад +129

    As an RN for 26 years…. I will never forget the female patient who said to me “you don’t know what back page is?” Broke my heart when she explained it to me 😢 God bless your beautiful soul!

    • @OzmaOfOzz
      @OzmaOfOzz Месяц назад +12

      I had no idea what it meant and had trouble looking it up on Google, omg 😢

    • @Snoodles294
      @Snoodles294 Месяц назад

      ​@OzmaOfOzz what is it?

    • @Snoodles294
      @Snoodles294 Месяц назад

      ​@@OzmaOfOzz just looked it up

    • @lisajudkins6265
      @lisajudkins6265 Месяц назад +16

      No Backpage anymore here in Michigan that's how they caught a lot of traffickers and missing people or prostitutes

    • @cristencastagno7048
      @cristencastagno7048 Месяц назад +6

      I’m a survivor in Utah. God bless. One day at a time.

  • @virginiadykstra9239
    @virginiadykstra9239 Месяц назад +48

    That hug you needed when you reunited with your parents, but never got…HERE IS DEAR MARY! A hug from a momma and a grandma 😘

  • @nishanacht
    @nishanacht 4 месяца назад +322

    It’s women like this that need to run for and win political office. Esp here in Texas.

    • @TheCursingYogi
      @TheCursingYogi Месяц назад +6

      🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎈👍🏼🎈🎈👍🏼👍🏼

    • @AnneAndersonFoxiepaws
      @AnneAndersonFoxiepaws Месяц назад +7

      Yes absolutely!

    • @beverlylargent5580
      @beverlylargent5580 Месяц назад +5

      Agree 💯

    • @user-pl6ou3ig8m
      @user-pl6ou3ig8m Месяц назад +10

      Florida is congested with human trafficking 😢

    • @paddyholly2184
      @paddyholly2184 Месяц назад

      @@user-pl6ou3ig8m
      Mad Matt Gaetz was designated as 'Baby Epstein' for the ELITES, BUT his wingman Screwed Up. Florydah & Texass are The Worst!
      Research Alex Acosta!

  • @StarkJerk
    @StarkJerk Месяц назад +88

    What a strong, amazing woman. Most of us cannot even imagine experiencing the horrors she has and yet here she is, telling her story, spreading awareness, living her life despite it all. Proud of you, Mary. May you find peace and healing and have a beautiful life from now on.

  • @glenyshorne5513
    @glenyshorne5513 Месяц назад +64

    "A lot of us get prostitution charges"
    WTF?
    There but for the grace of God go I.
    When will the evil in this world end 😢
    Thank you for all you are doing. You are a bright star in this very dark world. ❤

  • @marymmkelly
    @marymmkelly Месяц назад +102

    I was almost kidnapped and sex trafficked for a friend of the Clinton's. As in former President Clinton and Senator Hillary Clinton. I was able to escape. I ran out of the building and never looked back. He pretended to be a film director. This was in NYC. He was really a lawyer for politicians. That's why I didn't go to the police. Now I feel ashamed that I didn't do anything then nor have I done anything over the past 24 years to help other young women; to warn them about what was out there if they weren't careful. This woman is very brave to tell her story and do something to stop sex trafficking. God bless her.😇

    • @theynot4u
      @theynot4u 22 дня назад +17

      Please don't feel ashamed. You are probably alive right now because you didn't go to the police. When you are dealing with big names with secrets to keep, the danger is much higher. 🙏

    • @Chronicallymanette
      @Chronicallymanette 21 день назад +8

      You shouldn’t be ashamed you are one strong person. Be proud of yourself dear for getting out

    • @sarahlamb2333
      @sarahlamb2333 19 дней назад +6

      Is he still alive..if he is he's potentially still abusing

    • @AmySarah825
      @AmySarah825 16 дней назад +3

      I’m so sorry 😔 you should speak out now.. but seek counsel first and get something to protect yourself with. He’s probably still doing it to other girls 🥺

    • @judgejenny2251
      @judgejenny2251 15 дней назад

      It is never too late to speak out. I am so sorry.

  • @Lauren-gs7bn
    @Lauren-gs7bn 4 месяца назад +47

    The one thing I will say is at 16 I was naive but I would have never thought about doing that at that age. It really shows that good parental role models are important.

  • @PaulaSanders-tp1wr
    @PaulaSanders-tp1wr 2 месяца назад +75

    This is so sad, there’s another story in Florida where Madeline Soto just turned 13 and she was murdered and sexually abused by the mothers boyfriend. God help the children!

    • @MareMarMarie
      @MareMarMarie Месяц назад +7

      Her mother deserves to be in prison.

  • @Amanda-pj7yi
    @Amanda-pj7yi Месяц назад +43

    My councler talked me out of going to court for rape. She said it was his word against mine, and more than likely, I wouldn't be able to prove it and just traumatize myself... well, he ended up messing with his daughter 😢
    It is important to separate what happened to you and the shame and embarrassment it causes! It wasn't our choice, so we shouldn't carry the shame either. Also, hold those accountable. You are worth it, and so is the next victim! Stay strong and grow through what you go through!

  • @karenburns9952
    @karenburns9952 Месяц назад +74

    Mary McDowell, you already have helped so many with this video. Please be careful to balance yourself. Take care of yourself. Enjoy your children. Your young, you will go on and help others for a long time. And let’s hope someday the governments will work on this instead of allowing it to happen.

    • @marilynnelson3559
      @marilynnelson3559 Месяц назад +6

      The government? Regan said if the gov says to you, I'm here to help, RUN!!!

    • @cristencastagno7048
      @cristencastagno7048 Месяц назад +1

      They don’t let this happen on purpose I know they are trying this thing is bigger then they can handle.

    • @bobnunyabiznz4917
      @bobnunyabiznz4917 19 дней назад

      Stop expecting “the government” to save you/us. You and I need to do our part. It’s up to every one of us to educate ourselves, recognize the signs, speak up and volunteer in our communities to collectively address this issue. There’s so much work to be done.

  • @bayoubabe6698
    @bayoubabe6698 Месяц назад +85

    You are an amazing woman with such beauty and grace. I’m so glad you were rescued 🙏. I admire your courage to stand up and help others ♥️. I am 64 and when I was 48 when I was drugged, kidnapped and raped by at least 2 men. It changed my entire life completely. I’ve been in therapy since I was 49. I often tell myself ‘it could have been worse, they could have killed me’. I’m grateful I was drugged because I only have nano-memories of what they did.
    Blessings & Peace to you♥️🙏♥️

    • @marywilliams6107
      @marywilliams6107 Месяц назад +2

      I'm so sorry. I'm 50, I cannot imagine. My heart goes out to you.

    • @santinasantina2177
      @santinasantina2177 Месяц назад +3

      👩🏻💭" I do get upset when I hear this". I do know that the only person that could take away all the hurt from all of it is Jesus Himself. He is God and has the power to do so. Your perpetrators are in serious trouble. In a place where horrific horrors happen non-stop and forever will happen to them. If they are sorry for what they did they still have to pay but not forever. If they are not sorry they will have to pay forever. May Christ the Lord Jesus H e a l you of all your pains and sufferings and replace it with happiness. God bless you.

  • @evejay3499
    @evejay3499 Месяц назад +68

    Reopen your case, for our daughters, and nieces , if you can please Reopen that case out that THING in prison please.
    Thank you for sharing your story. You are more brave than you think.

    • @rebeccagray5143
      @rebeccagray5143 Месяц назад

      I’m a survivor myself. Let me just say, a lot of these traffickers get away with it because there’s not enough evidence and even if there is enough evidence the courts will sit on it because they want larger much grander crimes like drug trafficking and money laundering and organized crimes… it’s so sad the number of women that never see justice because of a corrupt justice system. The sad thing too is that there are some higher up people within the system who are also involved in it. They get a cut or they get their choice of girls if there are multiple women… I can tell you in my case… doctors, officers, fire marshal, and even the ceo of a major corporation was involved. It’s not all cut and dry unfortunately. It can take years to even build a case. In cases with a Romeo Pimp (my situation) they can even place blame on you and slap you with prostitution charges because you “loved” them so you must have been a willing participant.

    • @HillbillyYEEHAA
      @HillbillyYEEHAA 18 дней назад +2

      That's not always possible for the sake if the survivors mental health. I 💯 get where you are coming from but, reporting to the police absolutely broke me.
      I'm honestly suprised I'm still alive.

  • @Beverly2020
    @Beverly2020 Месяц назад +34

    I’m so sorry that the first response from your parents wasn’t gratitude for your safety and relief. Bless you, sweetie. I hope your life turns out to be beautiful after this.

  • @ajamathis5392
    @ajamathis5392 5 месяцев назад +86

    Thank god that woman did the right thing instead of choosing to ignore the signs

    • @santinasantina2177
      @santinasantina2177 Месяц назад +5

      👩🏻💭"Yes ,thank (God)". Lower case g does not mean the one true God. Always show respect and honor by capitalizing the G when you mention in writing His name God any name pertaining to the one true God. Examples are Lord,Savior and even using the word Him. Pass it on and God bless you.

    • @bobnunyabiznz4917
      @bobnunyabiznz4917 19 дней назад

      @@santinasantina2177 Hush. This is NOT the time or place for your finger pointing, lecture or proselytizing. Your behavior is extremely disrespectful, inappropriate & uncalled for. This is an important video/comment section about human trafficking, NOT your religion.

    • @compulsivehonesty
      @compulsivehonesty 17 дней назад

      @@bobnunyabiznz4917 Jesus is the only one that can heal the pain of neglect and sexual abuse

  • @pattikelly8921
    @pattikelly8921 Месяц назад +45

    You click to comment here, and it says "questions welcome". I have no questions. Your story was so hard to hear because I could feel your pain as you told it. You spoke simple and straightforwardly, and that helped to communicate the reality of what you endured. You have all of my sympathy, none of my judgement. You were just a kid. I'm glad you survived. I'm glad that police officer cried as he carried you to the car. I hope that communicated to you that you mattered. Stay safe and keep on helping the others. 💙

  • @NancyCronk
    @NancyCronk Месяц назад +90

    You are a hero. Thank you for telling your story. It will save lives. Wishing you peace.

  • @roxannececala7532
    @roxannececala7532 Месяц назад +55

    This woman is COURAGEOUS!

  • @THEMENTALBOX
    @THEMENTALBOX Месяц назад +28

    Thank you, Mary. I am a survivor of childhood sex-trafficking, as well. Your video gives me courage to speak. Thank you.

  • @pamelapetrocchi7841
    @pamelapetrocchi7841 Месяц назад +54

    What a wonderful girl. Wow she is a wonderful speaker. She need to be an advocate and be in a higher position. Yes she can help girls but she really needs a position where she can reach many girls at once. She really got to me I felt her pain and I felt her wisdom. Put her where she can do the most good for the masses. Her voice and demure got my attention and I never wanted her to stop talking. She truly touched my heart. God bless her always.

  • @myreasonforlife.9511
    @myreasonforlife.9511 5 месяцев назад +83

    Oh Mary we're so proud of u opening up and being brave in every way possible!! Glad u survived such evil. We love u .❤

  • @erikagravino1558
    @erikagravino1558 5 месяцев назад +73

    Mary you’re a straight up bada$$ and I think you are one of the best kind of people out there. I’m so happy you survived this horrible ordeal and that you are now empowered and channeling your trauma into helping others. You are a literal angel 🤍 stay safe

  • @juliejackman2649
    @juliejackman2649 Месяц назад +53

    I'm So Happy you were rescued!! And that you found God and realized your true Infinite Worth!! I am in tears..Take Care!! ❤🙏

  • @user-vi3re9wr3o
    @user-vi3re9wr3o Месяц назад +42

    Mary, I do not know you but I wish I could’ve been there to help you. I do know your heart. I understand your beautiful heart. You are going to be helping hundreds /thousands of young women. God bless you and the most important work ahead of you. Believe me, I will be praying for you🙏🌹✝️

  • @smallhouseinthemeadow6131
    @smallhouseinthemeadow6131 Месяц назад +50

    I am a survivor too. My heart goes out to this brave young lady.Thank you for sharing your story. For me the worst was the paralysis of doing anything to save myself.You go numb and on automatic pilot. It's a survival mechanism.

    • @user-zl6nl5ul3m
      @user-zl6nl5ul3m Месяц назад +5

      I too and understand what goes on with one's life after the damaging affects .

  • @user-ui1dm8tc6g
    @user-ui1dm8tc6g 3 месяца назад +35

    She mentioned Sachse, Plano....places down the street from me. You never think it's happening in your backyard. Painfully shocking. I pray God keeps her safe and continues to heal her. 🙏❤️

  • @JustMe-us1vh
    @JustMe-us1vh 4 месяца назад +30

    "kind of like a dad".....such a powerful statement. An intact family unit is so incredibly important or, at least, involved parents. Her story is so heartbreaking!! But look at her strength now!!!

  • @mmaria9308
    @mmaria9308 3 месяца назад +45

    Knowing what to look for in a victim, is crucial, thanks, Mary, for your story and information. You are strong and are definitely making a difference in this awful thruth that is human trafficking. ❤

  • @karlaplascencia7998
    @karlaplascencia7998 5 месяцев назад +67

    So much honesty in this video. I hope she never goes back to a bad situation. I know that she has very low self esteem. I cannot believe parents yelled at her. She could have died. That man is still free. Please look out for human traffickers. We are all able to help.

  • @stephs3597
    @stephs3597 5 месяцев назад +41

    I’m so sorry that happened to you. I’m also sorry that your parents didn’t immediately grab you and hug you. You are very courageous telling your story and doing the work you do.

  • @aprilsmith3683
    @aprilsmith3683 5 месяцев назад +29

    Brilliant...
    Devastating...
    Admirable...
    Brutal...
    Awesome...
    You are a force for humanity...
    🇿🇦

  • @krystalborgman
    @krystalborgman Месяц назад +24

    I sympathize with her , I wasn't trafficked but I was in an abusive relationship. It was the hardest. It's hard to believe that I am alive. I've been beat down so many times that after awhile you just learn that pain is a state of mind. I tried so many times to get away, I moved out in the middle of nowhere on a mountain and he hunted me down in 3 days. It's a harsh reality when you realize that you are hunted. Fear is a powerful emotion. Fear kept me alive . People always want to say exparte and etc, yeah k , it's just a piece of paper that's not gonna stop a person from getting to you at least not in my case. It took me 3 years to get away from him, and not before him hunting me down one more time . Idk how to relate to normal people. I'm still kinda jumpy , I scan the parking lot wherever I leave. I check under my car always, I keep my door latched bc I am deathly scared of surprises. I was pregnant then to by this nightmare. My son is in heaven. I rarely talk about what happened to me bc people judge you and don't want your bad to somehow rubb off of them. Thank you for sharing your story I understand how you feel and I wanted to let you know that I can relate. Thanks for listening.

    • @user-vi3re9wr3o
      @user-vi3re9wr3o Месяц назад +3

      I am very sorry that these things happened to you. I am not a great person, but I do pray because that does help me. I will pray for you too, promise . I hope things turn out better for you. please have hope things will get better for you. May God bless you.

    • @krystalborgman
      @krystalborgman Месяц назад

      @@user-vi3re9wr3o I want to thank you for your compassion. I appreciate your response, I regret not being able to stop the circumstances that my child died from. I pray daily for justice and peace. I hope that others may learn from my mistakes so they don't have this happen to them. God bless you to.

    • @user-wx6fe3ph5j
      @user-wx6fe3ph5j Месяц назад +2

      Bless your heart.

    • @beyoudee687
      @beyoudee687 13 дней назад

      I have such bad ptsd and no one understands it. Especially my dad and my partner..my mom has it worst then me so I can't get the comfort I need . Just one friend. One sister, one brother who will do the tiny little things to make me feel safe and validation of my pain and scars. I miss my sister so much ...she won't talk to me over misinformation...and my brother past away . They were my comfort

    • @hollypocket6684
      @hollypocket6684 11 дней назад +1

      You are amazing❤️ and most definitely, not alone. Healing is so hard. Feels impossible until one day, you realize you’re so much stronger than you were on day 1. Keep pushing, love.

  • @amandaadkins1215
    @amandaadkins1215 Месяц назад +30

    You're my kids age. I'm from La and I wish that I could have met you. I would have fought like a Ford tough Mama bear for you! What a testimony you have and how wonderful that God put here now to help save others! God bless you sweetie. ❤

  • @redemptionisnear8553
    @redemptionisnear8553 Месяц назад +33

    Thank you for your courage to stand in the gap for those vulnerable to human trafficking. Beauty for ashes. Oil of joy for mourning, a garment of praise. Love and hugs, dear Mary❤️✝️

  • @Monica-70
    @Monica-70 Месяц назад +28

    Her courage is truly amazing!

  • @user-hw1ub9nt5t
    @user-hw1ub9nt5t Месяц назад +20

    I was taken at gunpoint put in the back in semi trailer was told they were going to sell me in the deepest part of Mexico. There was a $20,00 price tag on my head. I escaped .this was 30 + years ago and im still afraid they will come back and find me. Theres a movie called Cage its a true story about this same topic. Its hard to live like this wondering if the next person you meet is a human trafficking 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

    • @bernicemakeupartist8257
      @bernicemakeupartist8257 16 дней назад

      Just watching that silvester stallone movie with his daughter being put into the Mexican traffic ring is heart wrenching.. I'm so glad you escaped... x

    • @RedArtistx
      @RedArtistx 14 дней назад

      I'm so sorry. Your trust is precious and deserves to be rewarded.

  • @jomomma1512
    @jomomma1512 Месяц назад +25

    This made me cry like a baby! I am so sorry this happened to you. I love you and am sending prayers and hugs to you.

  • @dvoraaronson8417
    @dvoraaronson8417 Месяц назад +31

    Thank you for changing your path and now paying it forward and being the voice for the voiceless in this generation.
    “When You Are Not Feed Love On A Silver Spoon You Learn To Lick It Off The Blades Of Knives.”
    You just needed the love & attention of your parents and you never got it 💔

  • @VictoriaConner-cr9rg
    @VictoriaConner-cr9rg 2 месяца назад +33

    My prayers are with victims and survivors of Human Trafficking.Amen.

  • @queenie3388
    @queenie3388 Месяц назад +19

    You are saving lives through the knowledge you gathered whilst being abused, tortured, degraded . Thank-you for helping others who are lost . God bless you , Earth Angel.

  • @SuzanneDeniseB
    @SuzanneDeniseB Месяц назад +26

    Sending love Mary ❤ And anyone that has ever been abused.

  • @sheilahenn8549
    @sheilahenn8549 Месяц назад +33

    Dear Mary, thank you for sharing your horrific story of being trafficked. It takes a lot of courage but even more your story shows you have such a loving heart to want to help others. After everything you went through your standing tall and courageous and loving.
    Sharing the signs to look for is very helpful, I learned several by your video.
    You will be in my prayers Mary along with all the others, trafficking has to end.

  • @girumzemichael704
    @girumzemichael704 3 месяца назад +19

    Unforgettable! Glad she got to be a mommy and be for her kids what she needed and didn’t have. I call that my sweetest and cleanest revenge against the vices and evils in this life! 💃

  • @iara_pimenta
    @iara_pimenta Месяц назад +27

    This is powerful. God bless you. Nothing that happens to us is out of a purpose.

  • @ItsBrandonAllred
    @ItsBrandonAllred 5 месяцев назад +43

    This was a hard one to hear! It’s crazy how long this has been going on without the public being aware

    • @ogadlogadl490
      @ogadlogadl490 5 месяцев назад +9

      Since the Dawn of time….

  • @beanybabyrabie
    @beanybabyrabie Месяц назад +21

    Thank you Mary. Thank you for being so brave. Thank you for standing up for survivors and current victims suffering in silence.

  • @smileystoreysworld2882
    @smileystoreysworld2882 Месяц назад +26

    This is so sad and heartbreaking 💔 I am so sorry this happened to you . I’m so Thankful you came out to tell your story . Many people need to hear this . 🙏

  • @jacquicm2010
    @jacquicm2010 Месяц назад +22

    Brave young lady, thank you for helping others. So glad you have a faith in God. 🙏

  • @TheCursingYogi
    @TheCursingYogi Месяц назад +23

    Thank you Mary. You are beautiful 😇 Still after it all, you shared to save so many unaware children. Dont stop sharing 🎈

  • @cultytalk
    @cultytalk Месяц назад +24

    You are so brave and I am so glad you are here with us today. You are a survivor and your story is so important! Listening to your story was so hard 🥺 ❤ 🫂

  • @debbiecochran6501
    @debbiecochran6501 4 месяца назад +25

    I can relate to this girls whole life experience, it's so heartbreaking.

    • @compulsivehonesty
      @compulsivehonesty 17 дней назад

      Same. Muffling the dial up noise. The police caring more than your parents.

  • @loristone9242
    @loristone9242 5 месяцев назад +37

    God, lift up the child who suffers at the hands of these nefarious evil people and bring them out of harm's way. Let them rise up and become a person like Mary. I pray God continues to bless and protect her and allow her to be a blessing to others.

  • @dorinazahariaminoiu5808
    @dorinazahariaminoiu5808 2 месяца назад +19

    You are intelligent sensitive and empathetic you are coherent and a strong person! Go ahead my lovely friend!!!!

  • @EVIESECOND
    @EVIESECOND 5 месяцев назад +32

    Lord have mercy 💔🙏🏽 I’m so glad you survived, and I thank you for helping others.

    • @laurachen9694
      @laurachen9694 5 месяцев назад +4

      Mary you are so inspiring. Your strength and words are wise. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @sonjajefferson23
    @sonjajefferson23 Месяц назад +30

    Thank you for ur testimony. Peace and love.

  • @quartereyes41
    @quartereyes41 Месяц назад +14

    This happens in America to our very own. SHAMEFUL, that this is not a national crisis and resources allocated to eradicate the demand. Appreciate this video so politicians can get their crap together and focus on our own issues!!!!

    • @k.h.7575
      @k.h.7575 12 дней назад +1

      But a lot of these politicians themselves are users of minors 😢

  • @tcshy1903
    @tcshy1903 Месяц назад +17

    God bless that woman for getting you help!! What a horrific experience you went through.
    This real. This is happening. This is awful.

  • @care4animals114
    @care4animals114 Месяц назад +17

    Been praying for someone like you to expose all this and for children to be rescued. You covered so much❤ thankyou darling

  • @freezing5
    @freezing5 Месяц назад +13

    A big hug from me ❤️.
    Your golden words to parents to keep "door open" and be their children's safe place.

  • @martinescincotti5385
    @martinescincotti5385 Месяц назад +31

    Thank you for standing up to tell us the terrible story of the demon who trafficked you.
    You are a brave & dedicated Maven and you will go far.😊
    People need to hear true stories from survivors or they may brush it off.
    Thanks for the advocacy & long hours of emotionally complicated and extremely important work you into help others.

    • @Beep974
      @Beep974 Месяц назад +2

      Demons aren’t real. People are and they are irreplaceable.

    • @jay___forjesus
      @jay___forjesus Месяц назад

      @@Beep974 I would encourage you to do your own research on demons. I say this In love and also to expose the evil enemy..Much love to you ❤️🙏

  • @kerryford4698
    @kerryford4698 26 дней назад +13

    She is so brave . I hope she gets all the support she deserves

  • @MH-hw4uh
    @MH-hw4uh Месяц назад +16

    Good for you. Grateful, you were saved and now giving back, to help others. Bravo 🎉

  • @cynthiastephens8201
    @cynthiastephens8201 Месяц назад +17

    My prayers to you Mary. Thank you forbringing your story out. Is far bigger than people realize. I havebeen awKe for 10 years and anxious for all to be exposed so normies understand just who they are following and honopring.all the way to current wh

  • @user-lt6vj4gq4l
    @user-lt6vj4gq4l Месяц назад +14

    You’re a lovely lady !
    So pleased you are able to use your most horrific experience to help yourself and others.
    Such horrific happenings in this world. Bless you !

  • @hadassahvered2851
    @hadassahvered2851 Месяц назад +21

    Powerful testimony! Thank you for sharing your story and bless you for being a resource for those that feel they have no voice.

  • @courtneylane9576
    @courtneylane9576 15 дней назад +2

    As a human trafficking victim who has never spoke up, thank you. The feeling in my chest listening to this was horrible and ill never be able to talk about my experience bc of the shame. You are very strong. ❤

  • @CathyJ-st2ps
    @CathyJ-st2ps Месяц назад +15

    Thank you so much for sharing your story. I’m so sorry you went through all that at such a young age. You are brave and are making a difference. Im going to keep an eye out for victims. ❤

  • @Abbybabby29
    @Abbybabby29 Месяц назад +11

    You are an amazing strong person. Thank you for speaking out and helping others. I am so very terribly sorry for what you went through and I am heartbroken how your mother behaved before and your parents treated you after your horrible ordeal.

  • @donnahopper6029
    @donnahopper6029 Месяц назад +5

    Mary, you are the STRONGEST woman I've ever witnessed. Your courage is inspiring, beautiful and brave!!

  • @rebeccatowne3000
    @rebeccatowne3000 Месяц назад +10

    I'm sorry that you experienced that horrific ordeal. Thank you for being so very brave!

  • @kimkeough8742
    @kimkeough8742 Месяц назад +10

    Thank you for sharing your story. It made me cry knowing how much you suffered and how brave you are to share your experience. You taught me a lot about human trafficking, most of which I didn't know. I, too, believe that the woman at the laundromat was your guardian angel as well as the officer who rescued you. Because of you, I will make sure to be more aware of what I see in my community. God bless you.

  • @janetwalker587
    @janetwalker587 5 месяцев назад +23

    Bless you Mary! Powerful story! Thank you so much for sharing your horrible experience...You're a special lady! ❤️ Thank you...

  • @LisaJensen-fg6jg
    @LisaJensen-fg6jg Месяц назад +12

    Thank you for being brave enough to tell your story. So sorry that this happened to you and glad you are safe now.

  • @Carouselpics
    @Carouselpics 16 дней назад +2

    Oh sis that was an excellent heartfelt presentation and I pray every day for all victims. I'm a trucker and vigilant to keep my eyes and ears open! God bless you always!

  • @cathywithac3793
    @cathywithac3793 Месяц назад +5

    My big takeaway from this is for parents to learn to be attentive to the needs of their children. Middle shool and high school years are challenging. Let your kids know that you love them and they matter to you otherwise they may seek attention from the wrong people. I really appreciate Mary's story and I'm glad she emerged from this with a purpose to do something to help others in the same situation. You rock, Mary!

  • @marthayampaglia8576
    @marthayampaglia8576 Месяц назад +8

    God bless you, sweet Mary, and may God heal you.❤️🙏❤️ You are so brave and strong !

  • @bepre5ent
    @bepre5ent 5 месяцев назад +16

    God love you, Mary 🙏🏻💚 And your guardian angel.

  • @nickjgonda
    @nickjgonda 10 дней назад +1

    This is nicks wife. I just want to say, I'm so sorry no one cared enough about that little girl, but it looks like you are doing a great job of loving her and healing her now. Thank you for sharing your story. If even one child hears it, that needs to- ❤️. Thank you for being a kind human being.

  • @nezzieshabazz9670
    @nezzieshabazz9670 4 месяца назад +12

    May God continue to bless you. sweetie. Thank you for being brave and telling your story.. you are worth way more than the pain you went through ❤

  • @kbm506
    @kbm506 Месяц назад +7

    Mary, you are a magnificent human being. I wish I could give you a hug right now. You were indeed blessed by an angel, and you too will be one for many. God bless you.

  • @jane2tarzan
    @jane2tarzan Месяц назад +10

    You are a Hero to yourself and many others. An Earth Angel walked through Hell and found the way out and helping others up from their hell. Much Love ❤️

  • @carolmorris5753
    @carolmorris5753 5 месяцев назад +5

    Thank you so much for telling your story. It was a horrible, horrible thing you went through, but now YOUR’E a guardian angel to many helpless and hopeless victims of this evil industry. May God continue to bring healing to your soul and use you mightily for HIS glory! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @courtneebolton4112
    @courtneebolton4112 3 месяца назад +8

    God bless you, and everyone that hears your message.

  • @74the_magpie
    @74the_magpie Месяц назад +6

    I’m so glad chat rooms are gone. God bless you and I pray children and teens learn from this experience.
    When we feel neglected, communicate this, parents need to know how you feel.
    Sometimes, it takes courage, communicate. Love and respect for each other.

    • @allstars897
      @allstars897 7 часов назад

      chat rooms aren’t gone they still everywhere Omegle and all others web even more then ever actually with social media these days predators have more access so everyone please watch your kids protect them

  • @carsongibson5145
    @carsongibson5145 Месяц назад +7

    Thank you for coming forward and telling your story. Im sure that was difficult to recall and tell.

  • @apey252
    @apey252 Месяц назад +8

    This was very helpful. I usually keep my head down, and mind my own business when I’m out n’ about, but this just made me realize, I need to be more nosey. I used to be irritated by nosey people, or accused of being nosey (maybe a thing I picked up as a kid), but I will always be more aware now….these days especially with all the extra people in this country…so many girls trafficked just trying to get to the US or forced here maybe…I wonder how many victims I missed now….what did they see as I minded my own business, ignoring them :(

  • @jenniferhuff2566
    @jenniferhuff2566 5 месяцев назад +12

    I’m sorry this happened to you and that your parents responded with anger instead of love. If you had gotten the love you deserved- you may have had the strength to face this monster in court and have had him put away for a very long time. Thank you for sharing your story and helping others that are going through the same thing

  • @amyniemann9564
    @amyniemann9564 Месяц назад +16

    God bless you. I’m so sorry this happened to you. Thank you for the video and for helping others, you are an amazing and awesome person.