[titan9]

Quote: (Originally Posted by Dogstar)

I'm not saying she is abused, but dropping the restraining order is not uncommon with abused women. They do it out of fear, or because they think it's best to stay because of the children. She may think she doesn't have options. I would think in her case she might have options, but even so, you get to certain point and you don't want to upset the apple cart and make the abuser more angry by leaving. I'm hoping this is not the case with them.

That same thought popped into my head when I read that article. I just hope and pray this isn't the case.

I do have to say that based on what I know about Scott, he seems to be a really nice guy while sober, but definitely a mean person while intoxicated. The key for him is beating his addictions. That solves, I think, most of his personality problems. It's easier said than done, but if he has the will, he can do it. Not just for himself but for his kids. They desperately need a stable household to grow up in.