Dear
Mar8ie~
I’ll join Sophie_M
in welcoming you here. It is great to read of someone who has had the
self-confidence, determination and ability to leave their home.
I realize
your relationship with your husband was intolerable. Do you mind if I ask what was
it that made you decide to leave? Of course, you do not have to say anything
unless you want, it’s simply knowing more of the circumstances allows for more
specific and less general advice - something you deserve.
I’m glad
you found the hostel, and it gave you time to regroup your thoughts and enter a
calmer state. Desperation really does leave its mark and takes time to recover
from.
Having a
sister who is there for you can make all the difference, so many people have been
deliberately isolated so have no one at all. It helps so much, not only in practical
terms, but also so you realize your thoughts and actions are normal and
justified.
It’s only natural
to be apprehensive to return home, when you left things were intolerable and
the idea that your former partner may harass you will be in your mind. Hopefully
being arrested will make him realize he needs to keep out of your life.
May I
suggest that now is the time you need support, preferably from those for whom
your situation is one they deal with every day.
Sophie_M has already mentioned our 24/7 Support Service and I’d like to add in cases of mental or physical abuse 1800 Respect - 1800 737 732 can give you advice, tell you what to expect and generally support you or point you to those that can.
I’m sure it will be a stressful time at least for a while, please feel you can come here anytime and discuss anything you’d like, major or minor, you will be welcome
Croix