10/23/2025
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month 💜
This isn’t something I talk about easily, but it’s part of my story. I was a victim of domestic violence. No one ever thinks their marriage will turn out that way — I certainly didn’t. I didn’t even realize how bad things had become until it was almost too late.
I lost myself — who I was and who I wanted to be. My kids didn’t have the mom I always dreamed of being for them. It took everything in me to ask for help, especially when I wasn’t sure I even needed it… and I was afraid no one would believe me. From the outside, it all looked perfect. I hid the marks, covered the lies, and smiled through the pain even though I was breaking inside.
It took one close friend to help open my eyes and guide me toward healing — and my friend, who’s now my amazing husband, stood by me through it all. His support, patience, and love helped me find the strength I didn’t know I still had. Not everyone believed me — abusers can play the victim so well — but I kept going.
It took years of therapy and rebuilding, but I found myself again. Today, I’m the woman and the mother I always wanted to be. 💜
If you are in that dark place — please know this: you are not alone. I don’t care who you are or if we’ve never met — if you need help, reach out. I will help you find the support and resources you need.
There is light at the end of the tunnel. You deserve safety, healing, and peace. 💜
