My daughters did not witness any of the violence, they did see plenty of bruises and far too many excuses for broken bones.
I simply think that they are extremely dissappointed in with and don't realize their avoidance is painful.

I am moving on, I'm working on my house and volunteering at a local marine and bird sanctuary several days a week. Next month I begin training to handle snakes, owls, falcons, baby gaters...and I'm ready to start living again.

Thanks for your input, kindly know it is greatly appreciated.
SUNNY