As she cursed, she shot looks of hatred towards me and I felt each word as if they were hot daggers burning my skin upon entry. My thoughts were clouded with the constant judgement and reminders that all areas of my life would never be good enough for her. The hidden irritation that overcomes her body when I’m around is noticeable. In that very moment I decided that was enough. To no longer obey her every command or to accommodate her needs and wants. I decided I would no longer betray myself and walk on eggshells to keep her anger at bay.