[mario padilla]

broodingsoul:

For me, the absolute worst part about these photos is the look in her eyes.  As each picture progresses, the light is fading from her eyes.  She’s giving up, and that makes me cry.

If you are in an abusive relationship, don’t give up.  Don’t ever give up.  Be strong.  Strong is fighting.  It’s hard, and it’s painful, and every day, but you are strong.  You have the strength to leave.  You have the strength to say “No More”.  You have the strength to get up and walk away.

And if you feel like you don’t have that strength, there are plenty of us out here who will give you ours.  Please make that first step, and reach out.

• In case of emergency, call 911
• Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1.800.799.SAFE (7233)
• Above all, know that you are not alone.