Originally Posted by
Mountainmanbob 
When it comes to signing a lease we need to remember a lot of responsibilities come along with that
I'm sure that you have thought about those and I wish you the best
MM
Emmy, you are an ADULT, a responsible parent and a strong woman, not to be belittled and chastised like a child.
You are making adult decisions and have shown remarkable common sense. You left an abusive person, have emotional and financial support and will be coming into a good life with no garbage comments being thrown at you daily.
You have your eyes wide open now and I believe you will have a much brighter future with breathing space to grow.
and as MissFixit said, it's an apartment lease, nothing more. congrats to you, enjoy your sound decisions and new friends too.