Thank you for sharing this, Sheri. It is a sad but very important article and written in a non-confrontational way, if that is possible for this topic. I am sure so many, especially women, can relate and this piece may be helpful to them.

My wife had an abusive father (mainly due to alcoholism) so I can understand what you went through as a child. I am glad your relationship became easier towards the end. No one should have to spend their life walking on eggshells.