Betty's Bad Medicine

WELCOME, FRIEND! This blog records my struggles with leaving an abusive spouse. After 17 years of insidious violence, I divorced my abuser. It wasn't easy; but it was worth it. I've recorded my experiences navigating the military and civilian court systems in the hopes someone can benefit and avoid my mistakes. Good Luck. I understand.

How An Actual Survivor of DV Feels About the Rape-Is-A-Pre-Existing-Condition Fervor

There’s been a lot of angry posts popping up in my news feed stating unequivocally, rape victims will be denied coverage under the GOP’s he...

Same Ol' Song...Different Verse

Tomorrow would have been my 20th wedding anniversary to the violent dick. I suppose it is fitting that I will spend this non-anniversary in...

PostSecret Anniversary

Today, Frank posted a "Best Of" on the PostSecret webpage. Guess what was on there? Yep. Our very own "Asshole" PS. ...

Grammy Sunday

Check this out - the only time I think about the time spent with the Asshat is when it's deliberately in my face, such as with Chris Bro...

It is Done

"Six: I can slay a jabberwocky." The divorce was signed June 15, 2011. I wouldn't have minded waiting two more days for the...

Painting the Roses Red

Narcissists attract sycophants like poop attracts flies. (Sorry, if you thought a sweet smelling rose analogy was coming.) I t’s the simp...

Narcissist Tuesday

Living with a narcissist, cultivating some of the less flattering traits isn't difficult. Think of a gaggle of old women together talki...

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