It means that she's been repeatedly hurt or hit by her husband. Edit: Oops, sorry, I had forgotten the second question!

If I tell you it's "made wrenching pleas", is it easier?

I prefer the second one, because it's the action of falling asleep. With the first one, it's as if you were saying "I kept sleeping all the time", which doesn't sound quite right - to me at least -.

Here's a fresh supply, MrP... It should do for the next few weeks - I hope -. http://z.about.com/d/cats/1/0/R/x/kittens_beckyd.jpg

I'd say sitting & drinking are gerunds (used with the preposition "instead of"), the 1st one is the -ing form of the progressive form.

The biggest influence in my life is my parents. My parents are the biggest influence ...

Liveinjapan wrote: Are they all correct? I was sunburned. I got sunburned. If you have time, could you tell me how to use 'suntan'? I have a suntan. I got a suntan. He has a suntanned skin. Are they okay? What's the

Yes, the use of is/are is correct, but I'd say "The most important thing/s for/to him is/are ..."

Alas, I'd write "had" instead of "has"...

My try: I must say I'm very sad to hear that today is your last day with us. You've always been there to help and solve problems, and demonstrated kindness to everyone, whatever their position. I wish you happiness, good luck, and a good