You are not alone.

I have noticed that everyone seems to know that domestic violence is a problem, but few understand what domestic violence really is. Domestic violence in and of itself is a nightmare and when the custody of our precious children is at question, that nightmare takes on a whole new dimension. This site will be a place for discussion, information and encouragement. I had read of many horror stories involving children being placed in the hands of their abusers and women put in positions to be further abused so that courts may protect the rights of the abuser. Often domestic violence goes hand in hand with parental abduction, so I will be providing information and hopefully discussion on that topic as well.

While I left my abuser over eight years ago, my case continues to be further litigated and I expect that it will continue to be for many more years. Unlike many women, I do not have a gag order so I can and will discuss my case, but I will not name specific people involved. Compared to many of the cases I have read about, I have been very successful in protecting my children and myself. Unfortunately all success is limited and the best any of us can do is manage our situations carefully.