Comments on: Kristey

By: Addy

Addy — Sun, 09 May 2010 18:48:56 +0000

I am grateful that you had the strength to leave for you and for your daughter. It is sad to know of the emotional abuse you endured. I rejoice in what you spared your daughter of.
Remember you were as innocent and worthy of love as your daughter.

By: jenni

jenni — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 15:48:33 +0000

I am so glad you found the ability to be courageous for your daughter. You saved her life, and she saved yours. Bless you both.

By: Reesa

Reesa — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 00:45:04 +0000

Sometimes the emotional stuff is actually worse than anything physical would be. It’s certainly easier to internalize it and perpetuate the thought processes it sets into play, and a lot harder to root out and identify as clearly wrong. Acknowledging that it’s not a healthy relationship pattern takes a great deal of strength, and I’m glad you and your daughter made it out safely.

By: Jaded16

Jaded16 — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 09:54:58 +0000

You’re a strong person for walking out on him. I just saw your daughter’s pictures on your blog. She looks so healthy and beautiful. Good luck to both of you

~ Jaded16

By: Becky

Becky — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 01:17:55 +0000

I’m going to agree with everyone else who already commented, emotional abuse is just as bad, or even worse, than physical. And the fact that you were able to finally see what was going on and get out of there is truly commendable. People don’t realize just how badly their words can affect someone – or how long it can take to heal. I still remember offhand comments made around me when I was maybe 7 years old that to this day make me doubt myself. Take care, and stay strong.

By: Lillian

Lillian — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:32:13 +0000

Thank you for having the courage to survive and to share your story.

By: Helena

Helena — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:25:31 +0000

You know, bruises heal. But emotional wounds… Gosh, I’ve still got some from 20 years ago. Leaving was the best decision you’ve ever made. And protecting your daughter is something you should be very proud of.

By: Another Suburban Mom

Another Suburban Mom — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 02:48:49 +0000

Thank you for sharing your story. Emotional and verbal abuse leaves its scars, only you can’t see them.

By: Viki

Viki — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:28:27 +0000

I’m happy you had the courage to leave that man for yourself and your child. You did the right thing and the brave thing. You are a good person and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.

By: Tonya

Tonya — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:38:08 +0000

I must say that having been in an physically and abusive relationship for many years I can relate to your experience. The bruises always heal but the words never go away. After many years of having time to think about the whole situation and having a great support system. I know it isn’t and wasn’t about us, they said what they said because they feel so bad about themselves that it takes making someone else feel bad to make themselves feel better. Please know that you are a beautiful person and you deserve only the best life has to offer for yourself and your daughter. Never settle for less than the best ever! I wish you healing and happiness and you are a hero for your daughter because you left.