OH attacked me but I can't leave tonight (pic)

[youjustdontunderstand]

Threw DS high chair at me then hit me with a remote. I have a job interview tomorrow I've already rearranged it so that's not an option and I need this job.

I have packed up all our things and hid them I can't have him know we are leaving.

Really worried about this cut being visible tomorrow!

Yes, I remember feeling really embarrassed. It's so stupid really, as it wasn't me that should feel embarrassed, but him. Still, I got over it, and it was definitely the right thing to do.

Awesome update. Very hard thing to do! You have been so strong, keep at it, and its great to see you have your DM by your side.

Really good tips ^thread about reminding yourself how bad it was. Maybe you could copy this thread?

Sending you love and positive thoughts op.

Huge well done for going to the police and your mums. You have made such a difference to protect you and your children and he knows you are well and truly in the polices radar now. Agree with others that e police can take you to the house if you need anything/are worried.
You’re doing great. When you feel stronger you can phone the job people and explain as little or as much as you like and ask for another interview.
You can say you were assaulted and didn’t want to turn up brusied or just tell the truth that you were leaving a DV situation.

Your an Incredibly brave and clever woman.

Good luck! Don't forget when things get tough there will be people here to chat to.

You are doing exactly the right things OP. I'm so glad you and your DC are safe. Stay strong

How's things going OP? X

@youjustdontunderstand I hope you are feeling better about everything, are you still at your Mums? Did you get to reschedule the interview?

The silence has me worried she’s gone back. I really hope not

Hmm, me too.

Youjustdontunderstand, please let us know you're OK. We know how hard it is to uproot yourself and your children under these circumstances and that it takes an average of 7 attempts before a woman manages to leave permanently; so, we know you may have gone back

If you have, we also know that usually the result is worse abuse and tighter control, and if so, you will have a greater need for support.

Please don't let anything stop you posting on MN when you need to. There will always be someone to virtually hold your hand, pat your shoulder, listen to you and proffer virtual cups of tea. Please do take advantage of that.

I hope you are still safe and your LOs too. I hope you are too busy to think about MN while you sort out your next move.

Please take care of yourself, remember, you're only human - like th rest of us - and don't waste your time on recriminations. Move forward a little step at a time.

I have a feeling the op won't be back to this thread unfortunately

Hi OP how are you doing?