[luvflower]

this is the downside of being anonymous. however,i think i read the policies saying something to the affect that, if the site notices posts that suggest someone potentially harming oneself or others, they will take appropriate measures. i hope this is true.

everything here is traceable though, whether we want to believe it or not. watch the movie "untraceable" or just think about predators being caught. i hope she's ok though and that someone has a way of reaching her or insuring her safety.

[blue_nymph]

I owe all of you an apology who posted here, for making you worry about me! I made a new post, not being able to find this one after a while (I was new to the board and I should have read how to use the forum better). I did not see some of the advice being offered here...and now I feel that a poster in my new thread had a point, that it is redundant for me to keep posting--I see what was meant now, more clearly.

I wanted to let you all know that I'm alright, that I took PinkToes' advice and called the number last night, talked through everything, and am avoiding his calls and contact currently.

I'm so...amazed that people care SO MUCH. Thank you all. I will let you know what happens.

I am so grateful!

[PinkToes]

That's awesome, good for you! Stay strong, and keep moving forward a little at a time. It's not an easy thing to do, to leave when you love someone, no matter how much you realize it's for the best. But you will be OK. You will be happy again.

Just take things one day at a time, and know that your new-found strength is not going to sit well with him. Be prepared for him to react in some way; either with threats, or with promises. Know that no matter what he says, you are better off without him in your life.

Keep the hotline number where you can find it, and don't hesitate to use it again. What you're doing now is another step in the process that so many others have taken before you, and they can help you through the rough spots.

Take care. And congrats to you; you are a strong and brave woman. Please keep us posted.