RE is responsible for saving my life

HopeForeverSpringsEternal · January 2012

OP:

http://community.thenest.com/cs/ks/forums/thread/51191992.aspx

I felt compelled to come and share that the responses I got in the OP were what gave me the courage to realize that I could speak out, I could break my silence and I could get help. There is no way I can thank any of you wonderful posters enough.

I know sometimes it's easy to think that it's "just the Internet" and while that is true, please know that I am a very real and very grateful person. With the support of my family (and a wonderful therapist), I am living a happy, peaceful, UNAFRAID existence.

So to give credit where credit is due, thank you RE. Please know your words did not fall on deaf ears.

riiskybusiness · January 2012

I was not around for your original post, but I read the thread and I am so happy that you were able to take the advice given to you and find the strength to get out of that relationship.

I mostly lurk, but I love these boards because people tend to give brutal, but honest advice. I think that the internet is sometimes such a valuable tool, because people are willing to be truthful and resist the urge to sugar coat things.

Congratulations on getting yourself out of a bad situation. You are a strong woman, and I give you a lot of credit.

BobLoblaw · January 2012

Oh my god, I somehow missed that post the first time. I'm so glad you got out, good luck to you.

julie324 · January 2012

I have not yet gone back to read the original post, but I already know I am so glad you posted this and so glad you got out. Stay strong. Thanks again for sharing your update!

ChristinS · January 2012

Wow. That is so fantastic. I'm sure that must have been a scary and difficult decision. I am just so happy that you were brave enough to make it. Good for you!

DaringMiss · January 2012

At the top of the TIP page, there is a sticky with all sorts of resources for people in bad situations. Would you be willing to write a short post about your situation and how you changed your life that could be added? So many women who come here either don't believe that they are being abused or don't believe that they can get out. If you could talk about your story, you could inspire another woman to get out of a DV situation.

livinitup · January 2012

How so? Did you just start telling the truth about the surgery to friends and family? Or did you start with an exit plan, therapist and then admit it?