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Old 03-06-2014, 08:27 AM
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JustAGirl1971
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Originally Posted by PippiLngstockng View Post
I don't know about this 3.5 week holiday in the US. Assuming I am employed, then they go without me. I think I can't handle that possibility. That's partly why I am dragging my heels on the just get a job already front. My umbilical cord with my 7 year old isn't long enough to reach across the Atlantic and it'll rip my guts out to let her go without me.

So I am trying to get a job that allows me the flexibility to do what I need to for the children this summer. Come what may.
That's a good plan, Pippi. I can understand not wanting to send all four of your children (even the oldest) across an ocean to spend time with an abusive father without you nearby. It sucks. I think equipping your kids with the tools they need to take care of and stand up for themselves (even calling 911 if needed) is extremely important in this case. Having a strong, self-assured mother like you definitely helps in that respect! I'm sorry, Pippi.
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