I did my best to make my mother's house feel like home for the children. My mother cleared out dresser drawers and cleaned out a bedroom for each child. I filled their beds with familiar stuffed animals. I even started letting them use their tablets in bed for a few minutes before they were asked … Continue reading Mind Games
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The Second Time I Called the Police
I was convinced that once I was able to gain some space from John I would finally start to feel safe. In my fantasies of what it would be like without him lurking behind every corner I turned, I was finally able to breathe freely and deeply again without the constant fear I had felt … Continue reading The Second Time I Called the Police
Mandated Reporters
Because I am a teacher, I know the ins and outs of what happens at a school. I also know the legal requirements and the rationale behind them. One of those requirements is that anyone who works with children is considered a "mandated reporter" by DCF. This means that if they suspect any type of … Continue reading Mandated Reporters
Mind Games and Manipulation
John was a very smart man. He knew that he had barely participated in parenting the children up until this point. He also knew that would hurt his claim that he should get the children half of the time. I'm honestly not sure why he wanted to have the children half the time. He … Continue reading Mind Games and Manipulation
