(((Big Mama)))
You are certainly in my thoughts. I can imagine what a scary (but kind of exciting) concept this may be for you. I hope that your hub has been shocked enough to seriously change his ways with you and the kids. You all deserve to be treated better than you have been.
Like Lee, I am just very hesitant to believe that your hub will be able to change these deeply imbedded behaviors easily & I worry about the future. Hopefully, you won't need any further protection from your hub in the future! I wish you the very best & hope that the changes made bring you back to a place of comfort and enjoyment with your hub's company.