The Reminders

The reminders. They need to come, but they hurt. They hurt because you don’t want to see the person you loved for who they truly are. They hurt because you have to know. Your eyes have been opened, and they need to stay open, to protect you and your children. There is no going back… Continue reading The Reminders

Abusers’ Addiction To the Upper Hand

My husband, David (who is a pastor), told me a story yesterday about a man at an elder/deacon board meeting at a church a few years back. The meeting was an effort to unite the congregation and staff and create a mission statement and vision for the church. At one point, during an endless talk… Continue reading Abusers’ Addiction To the Upper Hand