I came from a home where a belt was our punishment also. i had bruises from the middle of my back to the back of my knees not to mention around my upper arm where he would hold me down. I have NO patience for that!!!! I refuse to use a belt on my children. I tried once and I saw in my daughters eyes the look that I know was there every time he grabbed me. I lost it. I feel to the floor in tears. Maybe some one should turn his belt on him.

I know that it is hard to hear, but you have to be strong!!!! I know its hard. Those are your babies!!!! Fight for them, dont give up!!!!!!!!!! My kids tell me that I yell at them when I get mad, yes it makes me sad to hear it. But I could never think of hitting them out of anger.

Good luck and I am here if you need to vent