by Beth Simpson | Aug 1, 2023 | Domestic Violence
I often wondered why my mom couldn’t or wouldn’t leave my father when he treated her so badly. As a Christian, she would never consider a divorce, or even a separation. Over the years, the behavior my father exhibited gradually became worse. I remember working up the...
by Beth Simpson | Aug 1, 2023 | Domestic Violence
So, WHY was my father a mess and emotionally and mentally abusive to my mom? And why did she put up with it? We found out when I was about 25 or so, that my father had Aspergers Syndrome (now called high functioning Autism). He likely started with a mild case, but...
by Beth Simpson | Sep 5, 2019 | Domestic Violence
Having one of those days when your abuser or memories of them have you feeling down and/or doubting your worth? Don’t let the devil get you down. YOU ARE LOVED. YOU ARE WORTHY. YOU ARE AMAZING. Just. The. Way. You. Are. There’s a song by Lauren Daigle that Reach Out...
by Beth Simpson | Apr 14, 2019 | Domestic Violence, Volunteering
Have you ever considered the value of volunteering? There are numerous benefits to volunteering: development of connections and networking, creates a sense of altruism, helping others is good for body and mind, generates a feeling of fulfillment, advances life skills,...
by Beth Simpson | Dec 31, 2018 | Domestic Violence
Like many people, I’ve been busy, tired, overwhelmed at times but enjoying life during the holidays. As I reflect in the last year and begin looking forward to the next year, I can’t help but stop and think about how much I’ve learned and grown this year. This is one...
