"He started hitting her just a few months into their marriage, while she was pregnant with their only child. Cyndi Birthisel, 47, stayed with her now ex-husband for 23 years, largely because she thought her son deserved a mother and a father and a steady income. In retrospect, she wishes she'd found the courage to leave sooner."
Read the rest of the Gazette's feature story on how Cyndi moved beyond an abusive relationship and regained her confidence, strength and happiness.
For over a year now, Cyndi has attended the YWCA Resolve Family Abuse Program's weekly support groups, where she's made some close friends and helped other domestic violence victims regain control of their lives.
Cyndi will be the featured speaker at Girls Night Out - "Hollywood on the Hill" tonight from 6-11 at the Sunrise Mansion offices of Farmer Cline & Campbell. This event benefits Hope House, the YWCA Resolve shelter for domestic violence victims and their children. Tickets are still available for $100 at the door, online or by calling (304) 340-3573.
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