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i was with my ex who abused me in every way, ual, physical, mental, verbal, and any other way you could imagine. i stayed for 4 years with him because of my son. he wouldn't let me take him when i let, i let 1 time and came back. when i left he stole custody of my son. long story. anyways i went back for 3 years because of my son. i then left for the last time and fought for custody of my son which took 5 years.i would never be with an abusive person again. i was scared for my son and myself but i had to stay because he took my paychecks, and wouldn't ever let me have money. my parents would give me money to hide from him. he wouldn't even let me drive to work. he had to drive me and pick me up. he would allow me 5 cigarettes a day, he would fill up my car with gas. i bought a lake cabin and he took title and signed it over to himself so i lost that too. im so glad im not there anymore. we haven't heard from in over a year!!! i had no money when i left but i told him the night before i left that i was. he beat the **** out of me, but i had several people come the next day to help me get everything out of the house that i needed. i was finally free!! there is no good enough reason to stay. there are so many women shelters that can help you with everything.