@Hope_Springs, Yes it’s almost 2 yeaes since I posted. Nearly two years of freedom! Totally worth getting through that difficult part. I did just fine telling the kids. I just stopped letting the obstacles get in my way. Once I realised that most obstacles are self-made (what we think we can’t do), I really took responsibility for my life, and haven’t looked back. Not that it’s all plain-sailing. But having been really brave and overcome all my self-doubt, I know I can handle whatever I need to.
@Carlo1, there is life beyond this, where you get your self-respect back, where you get to regain your power and control over your life. I spent so many unhappy years thinking I couldn’t leave for so many reasons. I had to face ALL of my fears, and realise that it was my own fear holding me back.
Best of luck to you both
