My dad is very controlling. Whatever he says, goes. He is from a foriegn country so therefore is forceful, in my eyes. Some nights he goes to the casinos and bets. Whenever he comes home he starts an argument with my mother, or anyone else that is around. If he wins, of course, he is total opposite. He is against gays 100%. My mother talked with a gay man today and translated some paper for him that was in mexican. The gay man, only for thanks, gave my mother a boquet of flowers. My dad saw them and started a huge fight and now left the house. He said when he comes back, if they are still there, he will throw them at her. Is this alright? What do I do? He also starts a fight at least once a day with someone in our house.I cry each night becuase I know that my mother deserves MUCH better. Is this abuse? Please help me, I have no other options left. Thanks

-- Anonymous, July 29, 2003