I never looked at as 'dad speak' but I see it. What I feel is that he keeps telling me to take responsibility for my feelings and to stop letting myself be hurt by him. That's what I feel like I'm doing when I think of leaving. I'm standing up for me and not letting him hurt me anymore.

Thanks for your insight. Right now I need all the help and understanding I get.

Doodi


"I feel like Rocky in the fifteenth round, beaten beyond recognition, when I realize, the only person I've been fighting for is...myself."