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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:
thelaststraw123 · 07/06/2018 20:37

Yep rollercoaster is def the right description.

I'm getting the sorry messages now and the can we make up?

Which really means I have to apologise and he gets away with his behaviour again

Xx

yawning801 · 07/06/2018 20:43

Stand firm, straw and OP! Once they're back, there's very little shaking them off. Congratulations both of you, you are so incredibly strong!

Luluof4 · 07/06/2018 20:49

Yep thats his code for getting back in the door then its hatf to get rid again... waiting til the nect big kick off and watching what you say/do.
I used to get the sorry's and I'll be a better person/dad speech but not for a long time, i suppose where his got away with it for so long his just laughing in my face and thinks he can do it again and again but its hard to pick myself back up, his turning me into a miserable unhappy bitch.... obv i don't take it out on my kids.... its me and them against the world but my fake smile/happiness will crack soon. Don't get me wrong I'm the happiest when I'm with my lil lot but i know/feel I'm not with them 100%, i'm also in my own lil world.
Xx

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Sharkwithknees · 07/06/2018 20:54

Wow. Nothing helpful to add really other than praise. I really want you as my best friend!! You are fucking awesome, and you have totally got this x

Luluof4 · 07/06/2018 21:09

Wow thanks :)

I'm gonna sound more pathetic now but i ain't got a single friend ( not because I'm a bitch... :) ) but I've just done a lot to always keep him happy and loosing my mates and not ever going out was one of them. I know my kids 'mates mums' but i haven't got a mate i can talk to. Sad but true.
I've just shown my boy all of this and he said this is great, its good to finally talk so do tell me to shut it if now i've finally opened up i can't stop :) .. you's are great!!! Giving me that extra strength and push!!!!!

Thanks to all!!!!

Xxx

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Skyejuly · 07/06/2018 21:12

This was like reading my life a few years back.

Right so I called police and got a marker on my house so they would be aware and come quicker if called. Do this.

Request a MARAC via health visitor

Call women's aid.

Ignore him 100%
Xxx

Whocansay · 07/06/2018 21:18

Can you reconnect with your family and some support from them?

Luluof4 · 07/06/2018 21:31

They told me for the longest time he was no good for me as they were seeing me drop/loose friends, stopped going to family functions... ect... the only thing i go to are finerals which he moaned about (only able to go to crem/church not the wake) though he was always invited to do's but wouldnt go so i couldn't. Always making excuses so it sounded like it was me not him so it looked like i chose him over my family... i don't care about the "i told you so's" i suppose I'm embarrassed,disappointed in myself so i know they are. I chat to my mum and dad regularly but they don't know whats going on.
I know they'd all be there if i needed them Xx

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Starlight2345 · 07/06/2018 21:41

You are ignoring the call 111 at least comments . It is not only important to do this for your safety but also the safety of your children.

You may need this as evidence if he wants access

notanurse2017 · 07/06/2018 21:47

You sound amazing Op. Tell your mum and dad what's been happening so that they can support you and the kids. You have nothing to be ashamed of, he's the one with the dirty little secrets.

MrsAJ27 · 07/06/2018 21:52

You are doing amazingly well, take each day, hour and minute to see how far you have come.

Stay strong for your kids and you xx

Luluof4 · 07/06/2018 21:56

I'm defo not ignoring the 111 comments... i even googled it :) my bubs has his 1st yr review next week with health visitor i'll see what she says. My neighbours are amazing and called police a few times over the 16 yrs we've lived here so police are aware but not to this extent.
I'm taking on board everything everyones said/typed/tapped/clicked and so so grateful for it. I defo didn't expect this when i posted and the strength you've given me... put it this way he could be banging my door down and I'd completely blank him, where he'd get a reactiob out of me before because of him banging and shouting i didn't want kids/neighbours disturbed.... now with a loads of help and strength from you lovely, kind, caring strangers he could go fuck himself!!!!!!

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BeenThereDone · 07/06/2018 22:01

Didn't want to read and run.... 💐 For you, you are one amazing lady and your kids will thank you for this in the years to come. Ring your family, friends and 111. Get all your support networks in place so that when you are feeling emotional, vulnerable or scared you can call on someone. See about getting a protection order maybe.

Remember to be good to yourself, hug and cuddles with the kids. Quite movie nights, make nice peaceful memories.

You rock!!!

Starlight2345 · 08/06/2018 11:28

Can I also suggest you talk to womens aid and look at the freedom program.. It will help you long term too..

This strength is within you be proud of the steps you have taken to protect you and your family

Do phone 111 sooner rather than later as it will soon be he has said nothing for a few days don't want to rock the boat. You also need to be seen to be doing everything to protect your children ..KIcking him out is the first major one

CrazyOldBagLady · 08/06/2018 12:15

Hi Lulu didn't want to read and run. Just wanted to say your original post filled me with dread and horror and I'm so glad you have got this man out of your house. Hopefully you can get him out of your life full stop. You will get great support and advice here, so please come back and keep posting when you find yourself doubting or feeling low. I've seen many happy stories over the years that might not have turned out well if it wasn't due to the support received on Mumsnet. I really hope yours will be the next happy ending.

You are doing yourself and your kids a massive favour by leaving, so well done for that. Please make sure any threatening behaviour is reported to the police, you must take him seriously when he says he is going to hurt you or your family, and its the police's job to deal with that, that's what they are paid to do.

Please do reach out to your family and friends and let them know whats going on. They are probably waiting for you to do so they know they can return and provide some support too. Don't be embarrassed, this doesn't reflect badly on you, only him.

Luluof4 · 08/06/2018 12:52

Thank you for your kind caring words, this is the first time I've opened up and you're all so supportive and amazing.
I have voice recordings and neighbour statements and a domestic violence worker coming down on monday.
I'm in the uk... 111 here is health services ??? But I'm taking other steps.
Mumsnet is FAB!!

Thanks all for taking the time xx

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pog100 · 08/06/2018 13:09

The 111 was someone's mistake. They meant 101 which is the nationwide number to reach the police in a non emergency situation, i.e. not needing 999. Even if the police have been called to your place in the past, I would still call 101 to flag up that you might need them urgently. They will be more effective than your 17 year old with a baseball bat. You sound great, please reach out to real life people like your parents as well as here.

Starlight2345 · 08/06/2018 13:15

sorry @pog100 is right someone wrote 111 and everyone has just followed but do mean 101.

Luluof4 · 08/06/2018 13:30

Ok thanks.
When i spoke to a domestic violence officer she said they'll put an alarm in and police would be straight here. I got their number through my health visitor. Appointment on monday.
Social services will get involved, I personally haven't done anything to worry about, the problem (him) is gone but you never hear good stories when you hear "social services". I'm guilty of letting it go on so long :(
My kids are my everything, my world, my heartbeat.
Xx

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BeachyUmbrella · 11/06/2018 09:29

I hope your appointment goes well today Thanks

ShinySilverBeast · 11/06/2018 09:51

I can only reiterate what everybody else has said. I'm glad you have involved the police. Making them aware of the history and getting a marker on your address is sensible. If he ever shows up making threats or kicking off do not hesitate to call them. And obviously don't open the door. Don't wait for it to get worse.

I just wanted to say, I have a social worker for myself, and she's amazing. I didn't know anything about what social workers do (other than the scare stories you hear) until she was assigned to me, but she's helped me so much. So try not to panic too much.

You seem pretty switched on, but Freedom Programme might help you going forwards to draw a line under this, be able to firm up how deliberate everything he's done was and that you're not crazy. It also covers how children are affected by abuse but more importantly how they recover once an abusive parent is out of their lives, which you might find helpful in terms of supporting your children and knowing what to expect over the coming months.

You don't really need to explain why it is you've lost all your friends. That's pretty standard operating procedure for abusers.

Take care.

letsdolunch321 · 11/06/2018 10:05

Well done on how far you have come. Everyday is a day nearer getting a normal life for yourself and your dc. Give yourself a huge pat on the back 💐

looondonn · 11/06/2018 10:18

go to the police

i wish i had done so sooner

very best of luck
this is a dangerous time for you

thelaststraw123 · 14/06/2018 23:02

How are you doing OP ?

Mountainsoutofmolehills · 14/06/2018 23:48

YOu need to make a plan to leave. This is more than coke. This is financial abuse, verbal abuse, not to mention neglectful etc...

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