In the 4th grade, this girl said to someone that I was "a lesbian and tried to rape her."

"Slut": a four letter word with such meaning. A four letter word that has made people commit suicide. A four letter word used as a label for girls with an open sexual life, or just a girl who nodded at a boy who wore something "sexual" once. I'm Emma, and this is my story. It started in kindergarten. One of the older boys, by at least 7 years, molested me. At first, I didn't know what was going on, but then, it hurt. This went on till 2nd grade. He moved away. In the second grade, I was always the chubby kid. I was the "teacher's pet". One day a 5th grader pushed me down and called me fat and worthless. I started cutting, and it just made things worse. In the 4th grade, this girl said to someone that I was "a lesbian and tried to rape her." I mean, seriously?! I got so much hate after that. I tried to commit suicide. But after I failed, things got much better. I changed schools, got new friends, and even a boyfriend! I want to let you know that it does get better! Please do not kill yourself. You are beautiful! - Emma