My daughter does have support in place, and I am waiting for a counselling appointment to come through. We are taking one day at a time. Social services are involved because of my younger daughter – but thankfully all the signs are that she has not been harmed. It’s just so hard realising what my life had become, all the lies that are now apparent and the manipulation and control. He could make a nasty comment to me and if I got upset I would simply be told “oh why can’t you take a joke” – but the other way and all hell would break loose.
We are taking one day at a time right now – bail conditions are likely to be extended again at the end of the current period which is good for us as it gives us added protection. Social services are being very supportive, but I need to do a parenting assessment which is justifiable given I did not report the abuse at the time.
My main focus right now is my child who has an important school year coming up – and I do not want this to impact on her and her future long term.
