You know, not to bring a downer to this, but I went on a thread, I think Karin, who Lord knows, she had been in a really bad place, with the temp emloyeement and trying to find a job. Talked about her personal life. I know we don’t know anyone here in person, so it is alot easier to put out things, that maybe someone will have some words of comfort and advice.
When she put out her story, my shock, was how many of our friends here are in, or have been, in the same situation. Yes, I am not immune, have been both the abused and the abuser. I am not proud of either situation, have overcome both. I was just so blown away at how many have been there, and are still there in some situations.
I guess what I am trying to say, is, if you are being abused, please find help. It is a rough road and a difficult decision to come to. But to stay where you are is not going to change. You must protect you and any children you may have. If family or friends can’t help, there are other sources. Look in the phone book and contact any abuse hotline. (Don’t know the names, mine was many years ago). Please all my friends who I have read about today, please stay safe and get help. There is no shame in asking for help. I don’t want to hear that you have left us. That means I didn’t try hard enough to help you.
Much love, Hugs and Purrs, Lynn