Abuse My Kid? Meet My Wrath
Ever since we brought our six-year-old daughter, Elise, home, she's been keeping her distance.
My husband, Patrick Sheeter, chalked it up to "adjustment issues." Told me to bring her more gifts when I got back from my overseas trip.
I was halfway out the door when I heard her voice in my head.
'Should I tell Mom that Della always hits me?
'Dad says Mom hates tattletales. Especially me.
'But if I keep quiet, I might not make it till Mom gets back.'
My stomach flipped. I turned around. Elise was curled up in the corner, eyes glassy with tears.
Silent. But I still heard her.
'Maybe I lived again just to see Mom one more time.'
Patrick, noticing I was frozen, casually reminded me I was gonna miss my flight.
Right. Like that mattered.
I turned and slapped him so hard.
Screw the business trip. I was staying. Let's see who's got the guts to mess with my kid now.