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My fiance is an abusive cokehead

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Luluof4 · 07/06/2018 18:04

Hi

I dunno why I'm typing this.... dunno if I'll post, but it just feels better to get some feelings out.
I'm a mumma of 4 amazing cheeky kids aged 17, 12, 6 & my baby has just had his very 1st birthday, I have been with their daddy for 22 years, since i was 14 (yes the maths make me 36 ssshhh) my first and can truly say my only.
My fiance is addicted to coccaine, has been for 5 years now. It has got very serious since i got pregnant (even high at the hospital when i has him) and the first year of my baby boys life! He has never bought him so much as a pack a flipping nappies.
He is very abusive, puts me down, tells me regularly I'm nothing.
He's always been controlling and possessive but since the drugs his paranoia and behaviour is unpredictable and dangerous. I have no social network accounts, I've googled my name and i don't even come up, which he loves, I'm completely isolated, its just me and my kids. I have family but over the yrs the visiting has come down to nothing.
He tells me in detail how he wants/going to kill me, tells me to watch my back, tells my kids their mums a 'slag' (even though I've only ever been with him) he feels the only reason I'm kicking him out is so i can shag anyone i want!!! Not the fact his had chance after chance and we're all suffering.
I've tried being the supportive partner, I've spoken to me eldest kids, we wanted to help him and get him through this, my kids knew it was gonna be rough but they wanted they're daddy back/some sort of relationship with him. But his just proved whats more important to him. Its been agreed a few times that he was gonna stay with his parents while he got clean, get iver the mood swings we don't deserve, prove himself, come back home and we'll all live happily ever after. But he won't let that happen, he last just a few days up there, or he sleeps in the car outside my place, Says he wants to see the kids and i can't get him out again, he won't go. Everytime i tell him we cant go on like this no more he snaps, calls me everything you can think of, accuses me of everything you can think of, threatens me, blames me for everything. The only thing I'm guilty of is letting this go on too long with my kids and trusting him that we'll be ok. We're all walking on eggshells, he takes advantage that i don't want no shouting infront of the kids, as he flips out straight away if i say anything he don't like.
He works but only to support his habbit, he certainly don't support us and thats only when he can get outta bed!!
He tells us all its our fault his a 'druggie', we piss me him off, we're not good enough.
I kicked him out finally for the last time the day before yesterday, when he was shouting at me and telling my kids "I'm gonna kill your slag of a mum then probably kill myself" my eldest had enough and told him to get out, they were nose to nose. My kids will always come first, i just held on for so long believing we were gonna be ok, people telling me its not really him acting like this its the drugs but we cant do this anymore. I'm a nervous and emotional wreck, I'm not eating or sleeping properly, i get on with daily life with my kids, school, clubs, take them out, smile, have fun all the while i'm dying on the inside, i'm crying all night (the only space i get and so the kids can't see/hear)and i get annoyed at myself for being so sad and emotional but i truly can't help it. I also went up to his parents house and told them a few home truths, they had no idea of the extent it was. He always puts in a front that all is ok.
This is the best thing and healthiest thing for my family.... I've always done everything on my own so I'm not concerned about coping, my eldest like i said is 17, never changed 1 of their bums or fed them, no helping with housework or school, I've got this.
I'm just hurting so so much, though i hurt more when his here, but i suppose I'll get over it :( just wish it was easier.
So not really a question/answer topic at all, i just needed to... i dunno really.
Sorry xxx

OP posts:
FYC · 07/06/2018 18:32

Firstly, wow, you are awesome.

Secondly, I am going to ask if this can be moved to the Relationships topic, because no one ever looks in this section! Hope that’s ok.

You have done so well to get rid of this loser. You have put up with so much for so long, and must be beyond exhausted.

I’m not surprised you’re feeling low and need some support.

Leaving is difficult, but now you have the chance to be happy again. I left my abusive Ex 7 years ago now. I am so blooming happy, my only regret is that I didn’t do it sooner.

This will get better. You are doing the right thing. You will be ok 💐

MrsHappyAndMrCool · 07/06/2018 18:38
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FlissMumsnet · 07/06/2018 18:51

Hi there Luluof4,

We're so sorry to hear you're going through this, OP.

We hope you don't mind, but when these threads are flagged to us we like to link to our web-guides, which we hope may be helpful. If you'd like to, please do feel free to take a look at our Domestic Violence page

Very best wishes from all at MNHQ Flowers

SecretLimonadeDrinker · 07/06/2018 19:00

Wow, @Luluof4 you totally rock!

I'm so sorry you have had to deal with all of this. Fwiw I think you will be so much happier without him.

SingleDingle · 07/06/2018 19:00

@Luluof4 Firstly, do not apologise for posting here. I for one am glad you did. Not because I can give you much advice, having never been in this situation, but plenty in here have and they will see you through this if you let them.

Secondly, you sound like a rock solid mum. Keep at it Flowers

Luluof4 · 07/06/2018 19:03

I cried reading your message... infact i still am... (I'm in the loo while kids are eating )
Thank you for your kind words, i have no idea what section i out this on, this is the first time I've ever write anything online (except emails and an argos review) well i did join a pregnancy app when i was preggers but he was not too happy about me chatting to anonymous mums to be so deleted it for the peace.
Just have noone to talk to, so a big huge thank you for putting a smile on my face.
Xx

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Whattheactualfuckmate · 07/06/2018 19:09

Jesus ! Thank fuck you found the strength to leave!!

Please for your kids sake don’t have him back

MollysMummy2010 · 07/06/2018 19:10

You can do this - sounds like you do it all on your own anyway so it will be the same just without the bad bits with him gone. And then you can smile and laugh for real with your kids. Enjoy your new, better life.

Regingaphalange · 07/06/2018 19:15

Enjoy your new life OP Flowers
You sound completely amazing

rollingonariver · 07/06/2018 19:18

You're amazing op. So strong!
I don't know you but I'm so proud of you. Your kids and you do deserve better. What a scummy fuck I really wish you the most happiness and love in your life Smile

GullsHelp · 07/06/2018 19:21

Well done Op, you've done the right thing and you must never let him back. Coke will be with him for life and he loves it more than you and your babies.

Is there any risk of him coming back and being violent ? You may need professional help to keep up the good work, and keep safe.

You are better off alone emotionally and financially , and so are the kids. Flowers

Luluof4 · 07/06/2018 19:38

Wow!!!

I wish i came on here sooner you guys are flipping wicked... I've felt so alone and I'm getting so much strength and positive feedback from strangers!!!
You rock!!!
Cheers all.... xx
As far as him coming here and being violent... there is every possibility, i would've said no a few yrs back but his so unpredictable, when he goes mad its like his not even there.
My sons taking his threats seriously and sleeping with a baseball bat by his bed just incase!! Breaks my heart.
He told us we're better off moving away from him to be safe. Empty threats i dunno.... i fucking hope so!! :(

OP posts:
MrsMozart · 07/06/2018 19:40

You're doing bloody well lass

There is a so much better life for upu and your children Just keep taking those little steps.

LemonysSnicket · 07/06/2018 19:41

I would ring 111 and log his threats with the police. Let them know if he's harassing you etc. What an utter waste of a life he is. Sounds like your 17 year old and you are rockstars.

FYC · 07/06/2018 19:45

I really think it might be an idea to speak to the police about this. He has made threats to kill you in front of the kids. He is a dangerous man. If you let the police know that you are in danger, then I think they can put a flag on your home, so that if you call, they already know the situation and can get there quickly.

Don’t be afraid of asking for help. You are finally free of this man. Your kids are free too. You did that, now you just need to get through this tough bit. Keep going. You have got this. Let’s face it, you’ve already done the difficult bit - years with this vile man. Whatever you do, don’t take him back.

Have a google of the Freedom Programme for women who’ve been in abusive Relationships. It could really help you

thelaststraw123 · 07/06/2018 19:47

I could have written this post! thrown my abusive cokehead out again and getting the backlash for it.

I get the blame for everything as well.

I know what you're going through, so huge hugs xx

HalfDutchGirl · 07/06/2018 19:53

I don’t think you realise how strong and amazing you are.

Your son is a credit to you.

Please don’t let this man back in your house or your life, and get all the help and support you can.

Online forums like this are a lifeline there are loads of people on here who will support you. x

Luluof4 · 07/06/2018 19:56

@thelaststraw123

Hugs right back at ya girl!!!! Xx

I'm so not happy you're going through the same thing but its nice to know I'm not alone..... everything is my fault, from his life falling apart to not making dinner good enough... even getting me questioning myself... is it me? Am i going nuts?

He got a dig for oweing money to dealers... he said his kept my address out of it and just goes to them but it don't stop them from following him...
I've been done for a while.... its just him staying away....
Xxx

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mimibunz · 07/06/2018 19:59

All the best to you OP! You do sound like an incredible woman, so strong and positive. Stay that way and don’t let him have any more power. Hugs and Flowers

Livedandlearned · 07/06/2018 20:04

I thought I was having a hard time with my ex, and there are a lot of similarities. But you have had it much worse than me.

Check out articles on Antisocial Personality Disorders and Narcissistic personalities. Your ex falls into one of these categories.

It's not you, it was never you. You sound amazing and you can do this!

thelaststraw123 · 07/06/2018 20:07

I've got to the point now where I question everything. When he's around I literally have to think about what I say before I say it, to make sure I don't upset the boat. Constantly walking on egg shells, taking the abuse until I snap, and then it's all my fault again lol.

It's a tough ride xx

Luluof4 · 07/06/2018 20:10

You're not wrong...
My son is a credit to me, I'm so proud of him and the man he's becoming, but he shouldn't have to go through this, none of em should, i should've stopped this a long time ago, i just believed his bollocks. My kids have seen and heard a lot.... We're gonna be fine. But it was just the day before yesterday he actually left... the longest his been gone for is 6 days but his gone too far now, his finding it gard to accept we're not having it no more... oh and the threats about being with someone else... please, thats the last thing on my mind. I always told him that this is no love job, all about controll and possession. Fingers crossed now his parents are clued up it might be different this time, they might actually help rather than enable him.
But i have a feeling his gonna get worse before he gets better because he knows he can usually lie, craftily sneak back in here but this time he aint, when he finally clicks on i'm serious i just hope he won't do something silly. His blackmailed me that he'll kill himself, trust me he's emotionally messed with my head for a long time. I know i can look my kids in the eyes and say i tried and i have nothing to feel guilty about. Xx

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FWBcomplexity · 07/06/2018 20:13

You've done so well. I left a very abusive man (broken bones etc) he had a problem with drink.

All I can say is; be prepared to feel very up and down for a while. You WILL feel like letting him back but that's just your brain craving normality. You will get a normality back but it will be x10000000 times better. Let it was over you. Sit with your feelings. Acknowledge they are there but try not to act on them for 24 hours and then reconsider. Be prepared for feeling very scared, calm, sick, worried, happy, confused, strong etc for quite a while. But you will get over this. It's traumatic and hard and a fight BUT living with threats of being killed is so much worse.

Keep posting. We listen Flowers

ShackUp · 07/06/2018 20:25

Well doneOP and OP's DS, you are amazing Thanks

Stay strong and talk to the police if you feel you're in danger Thanks

Luluof4 · 07/06/2018 20:26

You've just described how me and thelaststraw123 must be feeling...
On an emotional roller coaster ride!!! And I'm trying to get off but he just ain't let me.
Stay strong xx

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