Although I expected an angry response to the final chapter, I'm very concerned about those of you who called Ariana a bitch for leaving Trevor after he proved himself to be violent and dangerous. I don't know if you'll even read this, but I had to share it in the hope that it might open someone's eyes to the reality of abusive relationships.
It's about what happened to Johanna Orozco. If you want to read more about her, you can look her up under such headlines as Cleveland Girl Shot in the Face or Popular Teen Shot in the Face by First Love. I've certainly never forgotten about her plight after seeing it on the news. She barely survived and had to suffer through a lot of reconstructive surgery.
"He was funny and a great listener, and he was there for me when I needed him."
That's a quote from her about her boyfriend. Unfortunately, after a year and a half their happy relationship took a dark turn when he became irrationally possessive and violent.
"I loved him and thought if I was able to help him, he'll be able to change."
That's another quote from Johanna. Despite her efforts, his abusive behavior got worse until the day he shot her and left her for dead. Is this love?
The first sign of abuse is often when the boyfriend becomes possessive and suspicious of any attention his girlfriend receives from other guys. Young girls think this is romantic, but it is dangerous. If you notice your boyfriend acting this way, I urge you to please try to end it. Report the behavior to authorities if it escalates.
Torment is fiction, but loving someone isn't a guarantee for happiness. Love can't change someone who doesn't know how to love you in return. Jealousy isn't always dangerous, but violence is. Please be careful out there. I send my love to all of you and hope you find happiness.