"WHEN IT'S TIME TO OPT OUT"

I was at a local supermarket and saw a couple arguing as they got into their vehicle. The man was yelling and cursing and the woman's face was filled with terror as she looked around to see if anyone was paying attention. As she began to back up, he lifted his hand and smacked her across her face. My heart dropped.  I sat in my car as I watched them drive away and all sorts of questions raced through my mind. When did this relationship become abusive? Of course, at some point this relationship had to be good. Why was she still there? Would she leave him today? Will I see her someday in the news as a victim or will she snap and end up hurting him? Thousands of women and men are physically abused by a partner each day and if you are one of these women, you must put an end to it now. Love doesnot hurt. Don't be flattered by a possessive or jealous mate, that's a red flag. Volatile relationships aren't the norm and we should never be on the giving or receiving end of abuse whether mental or physical. It is up to us to decide what we will take in a relationship. You are worth being in a relationship with someone who protects you and builds you up. If you and your mate can't disagree without physically hurting one another, it is time to end it. There are programs and places for victims of domestic violence. You must choose to let go of all unhealty relationships. There is someone out there that will love you, cherish you, and adore you. Hitting is not a form of affection and if it happens once chances are more likely than not that it will happen again. If you or someone you know are being abused please contact me @ ladymelissaewest@yahoo.com. End the cycle today by getting help.