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Stela Murrizi's avatar

I don't know you and I just came across this post -- all I can think of is how fortunate your children are that YOU gave yourself permission to make different choices than the familiar. Because of that, they stand a chance.

For myself, it was so long ago that I left my abusive ex of seven years. No children. But I know so many women close to my heart who have not made the tough choices you have -- and tough choices they are.

But what's the alternative?! A life devoted to degradation and misery? Perhaps now you and your children can exhale...

The could have beens! Oh how they never end! And always rooted in illusion. As an ex addict, I know THAT one well, too.

I would love to stay connected and connect you with a I know, Simply Sarah, whose parenting differently has changed her daughter's trajectory forever.

All I can say, congratu-fucking-lations! You've done what so many choose not. And I, a total stranger to you on the Internet, FULLY support you 💯

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Sarah's avatar

I can tell you’re an amazing young woman, and I’m so looking forward to reading along as you heal and bloom.

Proud to share a first name with you, too :) It means “princess,” but I like to think of it as meaning “woman who deserves love, respect, and good treatment - which includes being listened to.”

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