This is episode 4 of The Love of My Life ...to Death podcast with Mary Dees. Our guest today is Shely, a personal friend of Mary and her late sister, Patricia. After Patricia's death, Shely saw that she needed to make a change and escaped her own abusive marriage for herself and her children. Visit https://www.domestichomicide.com for more information and updates. TLOMLTD is a new podcast from Mary Dees featuring victims & families, experts, and policymakers about the subject of domestic homicide. This project was inspired by Mary's own loss of her sister Patricia Birmingham, who was murdered by her own husband in 2021, and the lack of justice that followed. Disclaimer: This show is a platform for domestic homicide victims and advocacy. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own, and may not be reflected in the legal outcomes of related cases. Content warning: This podcast includes discussions of mental health, violence, and abuse. If you or a loved one is struggling with these issues, check the show notes for resources. Resources: If you or a loved one is dealing with domestic violence, please visit https://www.thehotline.org or call 800.799.SAFE (7233). If you or someone you know is dealing with a mental health crisis, please visit https://www.988lifeline.org or call/text 988.