To Laura

Submitted by Sarah (United States), Apr 16, 2007 at 17:39

Ok Relax Laura. First of all, calling you up and telling you that and then saying it was just BS is plain manipulative. Trust me on this..if your family hates him..it is not something to dismiss lightly. I did..and here I am in my situation. You are doing the right thing by leaving. You will need to cut contact. If you marry him, he will control your life. You will be isolated from your family and friends. You will spiral down into nothingness. I was where you are now, and I didn't leave.

Please don't do it. Don't marry him. Break it off and cut contact. If you get the urge to talk to him, call a friend. And make sure you get the support from your family and friends. You will need it.

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