Good piece, but I have a few quibbles. Most importantly, SHELTERS EXIST, and they will take care of you FOR FREE! Nationally, the number is 1–800–799-SAFE (7233). If you want to call SAFEHOME in Kansas City, you can call 913–262–2868 from anywhere. It is completely confidential — we don’t have caller ID and it is okay to call if you just want to talk about it and you’re not ready to leave. Secondly, if you are being abused, and you didn’t save massive amounts of money, IT’S NOT YOUR FAULT. You don’t deserve abuse because you made certain financial decisions.