Originally posted by finn's mom
What does your dad say about this? There's no way she can make you get money that you don't have. Just simply don't keep it anywhere that she can get it. Crap, put it in an envelope and mail it to a friend or something, if that's what you have to do. Partly joking on that one. Are you really afraid she's going to physically harm you? Is there any way that you could make sure you're never alone with her? If it's gotten to the point where you're afraid she's going to hit you in the face for not giving her money for cigarettes, than, it's gotten to the point where you need to take it to another level.
(Sorry, I missed this post!)

I don't know if she would hurt me... she certainly could if she wanted. I remember when I was 6 or so, she dragged my sister up the stairs by her hair... I was so scared, I ran to my sister and she held me and we both cried.

Like I said, she knows I usually have a couple dollars, and thats all she needs. If it's at home, we'll run home and get it. My dad HATES it when she does this to me, same as I do. And its not like my mom would hit me for no reason, so being alone with her isn't really a problem.

All I know is that you guys have both given me the strength to stand up to her next time.. my dad says the same thing, to just stand my ground.


Don't be afraid to ask questions either.