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Earlier this week I came across the Tribune and on the front page was a gruesome story that not only shocked me, but scared me out of my whits! It was a story about an influx in young girls being pregnant; and this was not one of those teenage pregnancy stories, this time it was about 10 year old girls being pregnant!

Yes- 10 years old! With some cases being the cause of incest!

I strongly believe that sex is taboo in our country and it's hard to talk about it when everyone is shying away. So I'm here to do my part. Let's talk about SEX, it's misconceptions, information and everything in between. The Next 7 post will be geared towards sex and everything I think every young adult should consider when making that next step. Hopefully some of this information can be useful to grown people as well.

Before making decisions as it pertains to sex it is important to

1. Talk about it with someone mature and/ or experienced. Get advice about making the decision and ask as many questions.

Communicating with God is of a greater importance. Clearly sex out of wedlock is prohibited in God's books but if your are feeling urges or being pressures, set aside some time and talk to Him; He'll understand.



2. Talk to your partner. Are you ready to move to the next level? Why are you ready to have sex NOW? Are you having sex to fix an issue? Are you prepared mentally and physically?



3. Talk to yourself. And no, I don't mean the crazy way but be sure to constantly evaluate in your mind Why? When? with who?

4. Talk to someone in authority or someone you can trust. If you are being fondled in a way that makes you uncomfortable or by someone that shouldn't be touching you, talk to someone that can do something about it like a police officer, guidance counselor or family member.

Don't allow fear or shyness keep you from being safe in your sexual endeavours. The choices you make will determine your happiness in life.