I can look away from the problem no longer. The signs have been appearing quietly for a couple of months now; a push here, a swatted hand there. Each sign was explained away as bad temper, tiredness or a toddler being playful.

But now… now I’m not so sure.

She looks at me so innocently. Occasionally I’ll even get a kiss or a rushed cuddle. But underneath that sweet exterior, lies a dark secret.

My daughter is thrilled by dishing out violence. Continue reading »