Okay, I am 17 years old, a senior in high school, and a hard worker. I work a part time job at Subway, and care for my siblings since my father works all day. My mother doesn't do much. I cook, clean, and help out around the house. I sound weak, I know. But I'm just sick of them fighting constantly. Yesterday night my father found my mother with another man, and that was the last straw. My dad was screaming, throwing items around and swearing. I was terrified and I still am. I can't sleep, eat, or see straight. I think I must be in shock. I don't know what to do and I need help with it. I know I'm 17 and I shouldn't be so weak but I can't do this. There is too much for me to handle at the moment. Especially choosing what parent to live with. I have cried about it but that doesn't seem to really help. I really have no one to talk to about it. My heart is broken by what my mother did. I just need some help. Last night was the first night my boyfriend had ever heard and seen me cry. I'm usually very strong and tough, but this was too much... 

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You have to remember its not your fault and it's okay to feel this way, but maybe for the time being you should go live with someone else. Like your grandparents, aunt or uncle, or even a really close family friend. 

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Yeah, that is true. I just can't believe it's happening. I will probably go live with my grandma.. It's still very upsetting though. I thought my mother knew better.  

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Sometimes people who love each can't be together cause they are so different, and sometimes people fall out of love.

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"Lexifashionadvice" wrote:

You have to remember its not your fault and it's okay to feel this way, but maybe for the time being you should go live with someone else. Like your grandparents, aunt or uncle, or even a really close family friend. 

that.  and do not forget they still love you.......

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Yes, that's true. I know they love me and all. I just wish they would stop fighting. Just move on and get it over with. They're hurting my 11yr old brother and 12 yr old sister. 

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"Zorazoroark" wrote:

Yes, that's true. I know they love me and all. I just wish they would stop fighting. Just move on and get it over with. They're hurting my 11yr old brother and 12 yr old sister. 

maybe u could ignore them and go on with your life. dont let somthing get in your way like that

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I am from a broken family too and sometimes it does hurt to know that they are fighting. but the best thing to do is just be there for your little bro and sis. i have a younger bro and sis too so i know what's it's like to be protective of them. hopefully they cant sort out their differences and if they cant you might have to tell them how it is effecting your bro and sis so they can see what they are doing wrong. best of luck to you and the family

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You're not weak. If your parents are stressing you out about which one to live with then you should talk to  guidance counselor or another adult you trust. 

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its okay i never knew my dad until i turned 11 and now im twelve... he left when i was born he was abusive to me and my mom. just rememberits not ur fault

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