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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Just sit down with her (just you and not DH) and tell her much you like her, what a wonderful person she is, how much the kids love her, etc.  And then tell her you've noticed the bruises and marks and are very concerned for her safety.  Don't push her to tell you more.  She's likely very embarrassed and used to lying about it.  Tell her you are available to talk, help find her a safe place to stay, or whatever she may need.  Then give her the info of a local women's shelter/support group and let her know you understand if she's uncomfortable talking to you about it, but that you hope she reaches out to someone.

Unfortunately, you can't do much more. I've been in your shoes with both friends and my sister and it is awful. [/quote]

I like this advice a lot.  Give her some literature/phone numbers etc...  Let her know you are concerned, that you are there for her, that there is no shame in it, etc...  Be prepared for her not to acknowledge it of course, but give her enough info to be able to act on it in the middle of the night or whenever.  [/quote]

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