I wouldn't still be posting if I thought you were a lost cause. You've been here a month. In a month you have already come face to face with the mountain you must climb, and you have a clear picture of what you need to do. You've even tried taking a few steps, but stumbled down. That's ok. It turns out it won't be fun ride in the sunshine. Now you know this is going to be the biggest challenge in your lifetime. You're steeling yourself. You're planning your attack. You're praying for strength. This hasn't been time wasted.

I'm not sure where the ten month timeline came from. I don't mind it for now, again, until you're in a better spot you don't need to make life changing decisions. But I think you'll be ready to get the heck out of there well before ten months. At least I hope so.

Have you figured out what government programs there are for a single mom for food and other assistance? Any places you can rent that have discounted rates? Are there free or discounted lawyers that could help you claim support for your D? Do you have any idea what custody would look like? Would you still be a part of D7 and D4's life?

Lots of sorting to do, but here's the thing...you need to really get determined, and every day you need to be driven to make that picture become a reality. I promise you this- he's not going to help you. If you need support post here, and now's a good time to pray for strength. Make it happen 4!


Me:38 XW:38
T:11 years M:8 years
Kids: S14, D11, D7
BD/Move out day: 6/17/14, D final Dec 15