i had an abortion in 2002, in india, in a hospital, with pre/post-op just like any other procedure.

it seemed so straight forward and non-judgmental. i’m a white american and my indian fiancee’s parents forbid our marriage. i would have loved this child but i was 23 and was not ready to stand up to his family or have a child by myself. while i imagine how my life might have been different, i don’t regret it. i wish all women had such easy access. i wish i could feel comfortable telling people about this. i’m bisexual and partnered with a woman now. i want to have a “coming out” for this part of my life.