Trigger Warning These stories mention occurrences of domestic violence and may be triggering to some users. Some names may have been changed.

My story – Jessie K

I have been in a on and off again relationship for 21yrs he is an alcoholic not only had he broken my nose once he had blamed my eyes five time within a two month period he said he didn’t because I cokeep my moushit he also he mentally and emotionally abusive the last time he put his hands on me was two years ago I mased and tasked him I’m slowly getting him out of my life for good I have a good job as a business for red clay transportation I’m gaining my independence back he hates that he is losing whatever control he thought he had of me I’m becoming stronger and stronger every day

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