You are taking the first step out of the "tragic maze" by writing down the facts, but that will not protect you. Drinking will also not protect you. It will only endanger you and drag you down to a the level of those who abuse you.

Staying in this terrible situation certainly does not sound as if it has lead to a normal life for your daughter nor will it lead to a normal life for your granddaughter.

If your 'self esteem' is not strong enough at this point to escape for yourself, maybe you can do it for your daughter and granddaughter. You are not only putting yourself and your daughter, at risk, you are putting your granddaughter at risk also.

But this is your decision. Only you know the whole story and only you can take action. We will be here to support you no matter what you do.

Holding you in prayer.
smile

[ January 08, 2006, 11:58 PM: Message edited by: smilinize ]