Ok what is up with all these asshole men out there that beat their wives/girlfriends (children...etc)?  I mean really!  Dont you have a more constructive way to release your pent up anger and aggression then beating the crap out of a woman?  I am becoming aware that this problem is much more widespread than I had previously thought.  I have two friends right now who are in abusive relationships, I know a few others and I have been in one myself.  All I have to say  right now is women....get the hell out the first time it happens because it will only continue to happen, no matter what he says.  I dont give a crap if you think you love him or you dont have anywhere to go.  You are worth more than that piece of shit even though I am sure he tells you otherwise every day.  Get your crap and get out.  Or just get the hell out and leave the stuff, its not worth your life or your dignity!