Originally Posted By: Hope4Luv
so not to just take off as soon as he arrives?

Yes, because it sends the message you are not a coward and he cannot bully you any longer.

Originally Posted By: Juno
Whatever you do, do it b/c it suits YOU, not him. If you want to do something in your house, OWN your house and ignore him for the most part. If you want to leave, leave when he gets there. If you think you'll be tempted to talk R or get emotional if you're there too long, I'd leave right away.

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Originally Posted By: Hope4Luv
I do feel a wee bit stronger with the dimness.

Good! I've told you countless times before... you are 1000 times stronger than you think. I know this personally. I'm glad you're starting to discover this for yourself.

Originally Posted By: Hope4Luv
I am beginning to see he will never look at his part in all this as long as I"m there to be a punching bag.

YES!

Originally Posted By: Hope4Luv
I must say he cannot be rewarded by me being around and being pleasant.

Correct.

Originally Posted By: Hope4Luv
As much as it kills me to leave my son with him alone

I know and I'm sorry for that.

Originally Posted By: Hope4Luv
I plan on either being detached or leaving immediately in a detached way and staying the night at my neighbors - to protect myself! Not to make a point, not to get a reaction, but to keep myself from being hurt.

Yes, yes and YES! You do things for YOU.

Originally Posted By: Hope4Luv
Feeling much better with all your support and after going to my IC again today.

That is great news H4L.