#LESSONSLEARNED

It’s been a year since the abusive relationship I was in ended. It ended because he could not handle the fact that I was standing up for myself and he could no longer control or manipulate me. He ended it, as with most narcissists, after he found my replacement – which was the last communication I had with him. He proclaimed that the universe finally brought him someone deserving of his love and affection. Poor, poor girl. The shame of being in an abusive relationship has

On the heels of watching the interview with Anderson Cooper and Jennie Willoughby about her abusive ex-husband, Rob Porter, I just need to roar! YES Jennie! Thank you for your grace, your vulnerability and your courage to #standthefuckup! It’s been 155 days since I had any contact with my abuser. 155 days to “get over it”. 155 days to “move on”, “let it go”, “forgive and forget.” But I will not get over it, although I am healing, I will not let it go although I will move b

2017 held both the dark and light for me. Without one, you can’t know the other. I am thankful for everyone in my life that played a part in this past year. I’m not a fan of New Year’s resolutions. I figure I’m trying hard enough every day, I don’t feel that putting unnecessary pressure on myself to be “better” is being kind to me. I’m fine just the way I am. And when I know better, I do better. ‘Nuff said. I will, however, reflect on lessons learned this past year. Evil