Give Mary her kids back

TO THE EDITOR:

I think victims of prolonged abuse, whether it be mental, verbal, or physical, have the right to defend themselves by however means necessary.

People who are constantly treated like caged animals will turn on their ?owners? just as caged animals will after repeated abuse.

I feel Mary Winkler should be on probation, given back her children, and go on with her life. Someone should have spoken up for her before she had gone to these extreme measures.

After someone takes away your self-esteem, there is nothing left and often judgment is impaired. We all make mistakes. Preachers are not perfect. Just ask God.

Thank you,

Sherry Steakley
Jess Roberts Lane
McMinnville