I don't know how many times my ex left me and I let him come back. He would cry and say how sorry he was. My brother would say, don't let him in, no matter how much he cries!

He would be nice for two weeks. It's almost like an addiction. You long for that brief, shining moment he is going to be nice to you.

I used to have those bouts of, oh, I think I miss him and then I am slapped in the face of all the awful things he did.

I have to tell you, I am so much happier. I can't describe to you the stress that has left. I never realized how much he stressed me out. I have to say, I loved him, he didn't love me, I tried to get him help for his problems and he chose not to do it.

You have to understand it isn't your fault. He is the way he is because he chooses that and probably will never change. It's just so sad when you know there is a lovely person under it all.

I know it hurts so bad right now but you will see sunshine again. Your mind won't just be filled with him all the time. Take time to focus on you and your daughter. I know it will get better! Stay strong! Big hugs!