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Life is tough, and it sounds like you had more than your share of the bad  things in life.There are many stories where mother's closed their eyes, or refused to believe that the person they love could do such a thing. 

One thing you need to realize that not too many years ago, this was a taboo thing to even talk about, much less have venues such as this board to discuss such problems. Today we wonder how someone  could be clueless about such  things because it is discussed on television, radio, magazines and so many mediums, that one would almost have to live in a vacuum to not have some sort of knowledge.  

This was not the way it was during your mother's time. I don't know your age, but I am taking it to be at least old enough to leave home. Forgiveness is a gift, just as much for the one giving it as the one receiving it. Don't squander your forgiveness, and realize that your mother, more than likely did not want anything to happen to you, and she has, I would think, given you more than just life.  You had clothes on your back, food in your belly, and at least what she perceived to be, a safe place to be. It is tough that this happened, but if you are still holding bad feelings, I doubt you have forgiven as much as you think you have. I am sure your mother has plenty of guilt now, knowing she was wrong in her decision to not believe you.  

I hope this helps. Good luck, and I will have a good thought for you.