Remebering the past two years is tough, but maybe it will inspire someone else. There was a time when I was in a womens shelter because I was beaten so bad that I had a broken nose and two black eyes. It took alot of reading and hearing others tell me that i could do it on my own. Now, I have a wonderful job that I will not leave for him. (I have left many for him) I got my own apartment and bought my own furniture. (Even though he wanted to pay for it, I did, so he could not take it away) and I owe very little on my car. (The one he told me to get rid of for years) My point is I stood my ground and made it clear that I will not be around him when he drinks....period and i will not let him isolate me. When he tells me to "move back in baby" yes I am tempted, but if i wait a week, i remember why i have my own place, because he is a drunk and he WILL hit me. There are men and women out there being abuse, lets all say a prayer, someone said one for me and I am stronger now because of it.