The most difficult part of asking for help is admitting that you need help. I have been in a toxic relationship for over 7 years. Why I have stayed, I don't know. She we first got together, I had my own place, my own car, my own life. It slowly all went away over the years. The verbal abuse has me extremely depressed and feeling very bad about myself.

Recently I was told I have to get out of his house... I have been using his truck for transportation and will have no means of getting around once I leave. I would be fine living on the street, but I have 4 sweet dogs and an adorable orange tabby. They are the only thing that keeps me sane most days. I would like to raise enough money to buy a beat up old SUV for me and my animals to live in and be able to still get to work. It would mean everything to me to have a place all of my own. I could continue to work and save money to eventually either pay deposits for an apartment/duplex or hopefully one day buy something of my very own that no-one could ever kick me out of!