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Old Apr 15, 2012, 02:16 AM
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lay next to him tonight. i wiash he was dead.
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Old Apr 15, 2012, 02:56 AM
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Leave him.
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Old Apr 15, 2012, 03:26 AM
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What would you consider as your options?
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Old Apr 15, 2012, 09:23 AM
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Have you considered calling a shelter nearby and asking them what you should do?

How would he react if you slept on the sofa?
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Old Apr 15, 2012, 10:07 AM
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there are options for you. abuse support groups. 911 if it's physical followed by a protection order from the courts. a lawyer who can help you use the court system. shelters for abused women. plan a getaway pack-money, keys hidden outside for your car,identifying a safe place you can go, etc. leaving him.
if this is emotional abuse or physical abusde you will find therapy helpful too.
i read a book by dr.susan forward-men who hate women and the women who love them. it really helped me.
i did all the above, got the support i needed, left him and so glad i got the courage to do that.
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Old Apr 15, 2012, 10:51 AM
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im on Social Security & cant pay my own way without help. After 20 years. 4 kids & 2 grandkids he wants to pull stupid crap. THE ADVICE OF JUST LEAVE HIM IS NAIIVE !
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Old Apr 15, 2012, 10:54 AM
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What would you consider as your options?
I dont really have any optoons. I am on Social Security....not enough to get by on without help. but i am done with him.
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Old Apr 15, 2012, 11:01 AM
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Have you considered calling a shelter nearby and asking them what you should do?

How would he react if you slept on the sofa?
I will be honest and say i am not interested in going to a shelter. I could...but i have been once before...i cant endure on my own strength, i need support, & that of strangers means nothing. I just dont want to continue on in this world.
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Old Apr 15, 2012, 04:02 PM
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Well, that is your choice. Stay or leave are the only choices.
Change is not always easy.
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You would be surprised what you can do if you really want to! There is help out there. I wish you well.
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Old Apr 16, 2012, 01:26 AM
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I just dont want to continue on in this world.
Earlier you said
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i wiash he was dead.
Do you have any plans?
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Old Apr 16, 2012, 04:38 AM
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What do you want to see happen? And what is he doing, exactly? If he is physically abusive, you can contact the police. If you can't live on your own, there are facilities that can help you.

Echoes is right. Stay and leave are your only realistic options.
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Old Apr 23, 2012, 02:53 PM
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im on Social Security & cant pay my own way without help. After 20 years. 4 kids & 2 grandkids he wants to pull stupid crap. THE ADVICE OF JUST LEAVE HIM IS NAIIVE !
HI LILY,
AS you feel currently leaving not right for you, maybe see your GP/ Dr for individual counselling to see if helps the situation for both. Not sure if he would be willing to participate, but an option to think about. Please, be so mindful of your safety and When at risk try and remove yourself from the situation if possible. Is there anything triggering the abuse? Or does it happen regardless due to possible anger/ frustration issues? could try some local support groups so don't feel isolated, I hope have other support networks too.
Maybe trying to work at the relationship, if felt wished to by having days out together and spending quality time. Very difficult as if feel dependant and 20 years a very long time together. Nobody should have to put up with abuse, so I hope maybe something can be worked out. However, if situation worsen's many shelters can assist and with money worries re getting help. A solution to everything it's finding the right one for yourself and partner.
TAKE CARE
KATE.
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