That night.

I am lost for words!  Such a painful memory that must haunt every waking hour ??  I applaud you for writing this brutal piece and posting. You are very brave and I hope you find the writing process cathartic. This totally deserves 5 stars x

I too am at a loss dear poet sister!!...these words so blunt and honestly revealing say so much with so few words!!.....Wow!!...I too must applaud you for posting and writing what must have been a 'cathartic' (hopefully) piece for you!!......Bravo Gina!!....and.....WELCOME to COSMO!!.....LOVE & ROCKETS!!.......T xo  : )
Ps. I think you'll find this community quite understanding and most friendly dear poet sister!!...look forward to reading more of your poetry!!

wow this hard read but glad you told us 
this is a wonderful poem 

Rape, is torture. Mental, as well as physical abuse, leads to rape. Then, possibly murder. To, defy convention to not become a victim takes courage. The type of courage, others dare not speak of, or share, due to an underlying wariness, based on instinct, of being on your own. Separated from the defensive position, most sought, of the " flock " !!!  :) :)
It, is in the numbers, that you discover, means to spread responsibility for safety, as well as security. Plus, you communicate " Terms Of Endearment " which increase confidence to reject pain. Pain, of the kind which affects the rest, of your days, as well as those around.
This a brave write. Defying others to spread emotion, and a deep-seated warning. Of, need to learn to stay safe. And, free. Of, " walls " beyond the prison. Or, " The Divide " causing you to struggle grasping reality, from nightmares. With associated risks then heightened, of more suffering.
DO NOT BE A VICTIM. BE AWARE, TO DARE. TO, BELIEF IN YOUR WORTH, AND ITS WEALTH.
Important composition, in deed.
X X   :)