I've had bruised ribs, swollen lips, head aches, scars, bruises. I've never loved or wanted someone so bad in my life and the person that loved me back was the one that choked me. I read about abuse my whole life and wondered why anyone could put up with that.. now I know. I can't talk about it with my friends, but I can write about. If anyone is struggling from anything similar, please leave. Get help. Its been almost a year and I still hurt everyday.