Mary Kay, Inc., Amanda Bynes, Break the Cycle -- join them to help end dating violence

Domestic Violence is not a situation only experienced in the "domicile".

I have worked in a number of different areas where I have witnessed the results of domestic violence experienced on the home front. That in itself is disgraceful. The Cyle continues and the issue is now expanding and increasing outside the home into teen dating relationships.

Today, many teens undergo physical, sexual, verbal or emotional abuse in dating relationships. Statistics say one in three teenagers will have to deal with this behavior. THIS IS JUST NOT RIGHT!!!

I believe that there are many factors causing this type of treatment by the abusers and causing the victims to continue to endure it. (I personally believe the true reason is in accordance with Ephesians 6:12 "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.")

That being said, we must deal with this spiritually as well as be proactive in the natural. My friend Mary brought this to my attention. (Thanx Mar) and I feel it is important to get the word out.

I also suggest that if you are a parent of a teen that you "keep your eyes open" and watch for signs of this behavior as well because, more often than not, your child will not make you aware of its occurrence.

So, here ya go -- the press release:

MARY KAY INC. PARTNERS WITH AMANDA BYNES AND BREAK THE CYCLE IN EFFORT TO END TEEN DATING VIOLENCE. Bynes and Mary Kay Inc. kick-off national online petition to put teen dating violence prevention programs in schools. You can read the press release from BREAK THE CYCLE HERE.

Please sign the online petition HERE and pass it on.

Also, let me put in a plug for Mary Kay Cosmetics. I am not affiliated with Mary Kay, but I was an independent director many years ago. It is a truly an amazing company. The products are excellent but, even more noteworthy, the company was built on the "Golden Rule" and putting God first, family second, and career third (in accordance with what God asks.)So, let's support this company as well.



The above photo released by Mary Kay, Inc. shows Actress, Amanda Bynes (right) as she registers for the online campaign, www.enddatingviolence.com, petitioning lawmakers to make domestic violence prevention awareness mandatory in schools, as Rhonda Shasteen, of Mary Kay, looks on, Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008,at Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School in Los Angeles. The petition hopes to help educate students on creating healthy relationships and ending teen dating violence. (AP Photo/Mary Kay, Rene Macura)