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Originally Posted by a2468jh
I am going to concur with everyone else on here... but here's my stand point. I was dating a man who was a few years older than me. We had a very similar history to what you describe. Then one night he was mad that I talked to a different guy when we were out together and he threw a golf cart and physically intimidated me, grabbing my arm when I tried to walk away. I continued to see him because he apologized and was sweet and nice after. Fast forward three years... We are married and have a kid. And he's gotten worse and worse and now I feel stuck. If only I had taken that rough night as a sign of what was to come if I stayed, I would've left and would be in a different place now.
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I know it can be extremely difficult, especially when there are children involved, but it is never too late to leave or make plans to ensure your safety. I really encourage you to reach out to a local domestic violence support / shelter. They can help you put plans in place, whether you are ready to leave or put together a safety plan of what you can do if/when your partner becomes violent to make sure you and your child can go somewhere safe.