October is national domestic violence awareness month. Domestic violence, of any kind, is destructive for both the abused and the abuser. Domestic violence can be physical, mental, or emotional. It is critical to seek help and stop this social problem. You are loved!

Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233; Pieces of A Dream Outreach (Raleigh) (919)-272-6078;

Durham Crisis Response Center (919) 403-9425 24/7 Hotline 919-403-6562.

Guest Speaker- FB: Ashley Peyton; IG: itsme_ashleyyy