Count me as someone who is glad you came forward to put the bastard behind bars. I have no tolerence for people who abuse those who cannot defend themselves and I hope he gets the book thrown at him during sentencing. Thank you for being an advocate when nobody else would help her.

I do hope that Catchild can get the help that she needs. Is there anyway that you could ask the court to have someone look in on her or have her committed? I know that might be overstepping what you want to do and I think it might help calm your fear of retaliation.

Many *hugs* as well to you for doing the right thing.