Lyrics of the song Love the Way You Lie [Internet Archive link] (Trigger warning. Language warning.) That song. I remember loving and hating it when it came out. We were living far from family, far from my support system and I felt trapped. But I learned how strong I really could be in that situation. I… Continue reading I loved the way he lied. But not anymore.
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You Can Do This . . .
After being in an abusive marriage for a long time, we women often believe that we cannot possibly get out. It is irrational, when I think back now, but I truly believed there was no out. And that brought a hopelessness and despair that was unbearable. Indeed, it brought death to my soul. I wanted… Continue reading You Can Do This . . .