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    • #165200
      Hopefulsoul
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      Thank you Lisa. That is really helpful. I had not thought of Gingerbread

    • #164330
      Hopefulsoul
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      Thanks for taking the time to reply Bananaboat. I think this way of life has become so normal for me a that I really struggle to consistently call it abusive. I have woken up to the impact it has had on my older children, and i don’t want to make the same mistakes for my youngest.
      He certainly seems to be definitely moving out soon, so I see that as a positive for all of us.
      I agree that if not already, there will be a new women on the scene. I am genuinely ok with that now. I almost hope that another women will become his focus, and I can simply step away and take care of the kids. I don’t believe it will be that easy. He has started to accuse me of alienating him from the kids and that he had a specialist loyal to deal with that. How much is true I don’t know. I try to remain focused on me and the kids best interests. Is he a risk to my youngest? Psychologically yes, but I’m not sure that will make a difference in going to mediation and seeking the best for the youngest. Do I just continue to agree his 50/50 and see how it pans out? That doesn’t feel right. I need to find a good solicitor. He has declined me using the only firm I knew, (detail removed by Moderator). If there are any suggestions for who I should speak to or where to find help. I’d be very grateful.

    • #166860
      Hopefulsoul
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      Thank you both for taking the time to reply. I’m so sorry for what you have been through. We are stronger than we realise. Writing things down and reading other similar stories feels positive.

      I have since spoken to citizens advice and a local IDVA. They have given me some good advice, and gave me the strength to book a free session with a solicitor. I feel low and exhausted, but a lot more optimistic. I can see again the progress I have made. Thank you so much. I wish you both the very best xx

    • #165063
      Hopefulsoul
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      Thank you for taking the time to reply. I need to talk to DA services abd another experienced solicitor. I have loss confidence and perspective. That is why I have stayed for so long I think.

    • #165062
      Hopefulsoul
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      Thank you for your reply. I really appreciate it. I agree, he is a survivor. I am stuck still putting his ferlings and needs first.
      I need to find the right help. Thanks again.

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