I'm sorry it's like that for you.. it's not fair to the kids when parents act like that. My dad is an idiot. He has hit me once (having the short temper I have, I hit him back). I swear, the next time he even touches me, I'm taking legal action instead.

Just hang in there. Know that you have all of us for support.

About the migranes, what do they feel like? My doctor diagnosed my "headaches" as migranes. They have to do with genetics apparently. When I get my migranes, they pound on the left side of my head and stay for days, or even weeks. I normally have 20/20 vision but they got so bad that I couldn't even read my exams without having them 2 inches in front of me. There are different things that can trigger migranes. Mine seem to be triggered by lack of sleep. Maybe yours are triggered by stress possibly? Also, I become a bit more sensitive to light and noises when I have my migranes.. does that happen when you get your headaches?

I really hope you feel better Meg. I understand what you're going through.. it's hard but you'll get through it. Just be strong.