Husband has a temper due to abusive upbringing.
He has lost his temper before during rows and sworn, called me names, pushed, kicked me, and put his hand around my neck.
Never very hard. And I've retaliated before too.
I've made it clear how unacceptable this behaviour is and I won't stay with someone who treats me like this.
We've been married for 9 years.
He's been a lot better in recent years. He's made a huge effort to keep his temper under control and be a better husband. He hasn't been violent for at least a year.
Tonight we had a row walking home from the train station after being away for a few days.
We swore and was a bit unpleasant with each other.
I said something, he put his headphones in so he couldn't hear me.
I pulled them out again, accidentally scratching his cheek with my long nails.
He hit me quite hard. Not with a closed fist, but with an open hand, like a slap.
It really stings. He keeps apologising and protesting that I hurt him first.
I'm in shock and can't stop crying.
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LotusMoths · 20/01/2016 21:02
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