Quote Originally Posted by marksroomspain View Post
I certainly don't condone that I believe once that is done within a marriage then a new level is hit and fear and lack of respect takes over...

What I do believe is to protect oneself and maybe restrain but certainly not to strike whether in the first place or in retaliation...

Just my opinion...
The lack of respect begins when the first blow is dealt and you can't blame the victim who is trying to defend themselves for that.