Autobiographical story

It isn't very often that I become completely caught up in a story on a stranger's blog. Until tonight. Tonight I came across a link that mesmerized me.
This autobiographical story chronicles a woman's courtship, marriage, and eventual divorce due to a domestically violent relationship. Her story is compelling, deeply personal, and beautifully written.
I enjoyed the author's ability to bring the reader into the situation and her sharing a glimpse into her soul. I appreciated her blatant honesty - I imagine the disclosure of such personal feelings must have been very difficult.
If you'd like to read it, here's the link. Thanks to the author for her courage to share her story, and to her friend for telling me about it.