The Progression of Life After Domestic Violence

I thought I’d write about how far I’ve come, and celebrate that victory. Sometimes, I only focus on the issues I still have and need to overcome.  But, I was thinking and remembering how I was when I first left. It got me thinking about my progression through the last 3 years.

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I’m afraid

I’m afraid he has ruined me forever.

I’m afraid if I’m ever with someone else, I’ll hear ‘his’ words.

I’m afraid if he’s mad, I’ll be afraid of what he’ll do. I’m afraid of how I’ll react.

I’m afraid I’ll never want to be with anyone again.

I’m afraid I’ll never forget.

I’m afraid I’ll never be able to move on.

I’m afraid I’ll be alone forever. I’m afraid I’ll LIKE being alone forever.

I’m afraid things/words will always affect me.

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