Originally Posted by Diandra

Oh Eva, you poor dear....what you have to endure. It is inexcusable.

Many years ago, I was in a similar situation with my great niece when she was a little girl.
She was abused and I sought legal custody.

I don't know if you have legal custody of your grand daughter but if you do, you can get restraining orders and supervised visitation. If you dont have custody, perhaps legal aid can help you. I know money is tight but if the father is dealing drugs, there are many social services/ legal aid services to help protect both of you.

Believe me, I know it is not fun to have to be in court to deal with issues in the family but when the health and welfare of a little girl is at stake, the law is on your side to help protect her. At first it will be trying but in the end, your life and hers will be more peaceful and less difficult emotionally. You have my utmost sympathy for what you are forced to deal with.....your granddaughter is lucky to have you.

We had a horrible situation in my family and it was very divisive and extremely painful emotionally for the entire family.
It was one of the most difficult and stressful situations I have ever dealt with but, my driving force every day was making sure my little niece never got abused again. It was years ago and my eyes still fill up with tears recalling what my little niece and the entire family endured. Your situation sounds equally painful.

I did get shared custody of my niece and any visitation from the divorced parents and their partners was ALWAYS supervised. If any of the adults in her life stepped out of line, they lost visitation. Also, there was a restraining order on the person who abused my great niece, my nephews girlfriend.

In the good news dept, she has grown up to be a beautiful young woman.

I am sorry for what you are going though but there are social services in place to help you both.
You are in my thoughts and prayers Eva....may God bring peace to you and your family.
All my best,
D.