1. Abusive relationships never get better. They only get worse.
2. No one deserves to be treated the way you have. Your husband's behavior is disgusting and sick. He is an animal.
3. Have faith in yourself and your future. You will have a much better future but you will go through tough times over the next 6 months getting to a better place. Stick with it. It's worth it.
4. Never let him off the hook. Always use the law to help your case and pave the way to the better future you deserve.
5. You will be a good person. Abusers love abusing good people. Get counselling to work through the issues that this abuse has created for you.
6. Create a support network of friends and family around you if you can - you will need them. And get in touch with your nearest Women's Shelter.
7. Above all else, protect your children. Disgusting people who abuse others as your STBX has abused you will harm children too. Protect them by never allowing this man near you or them again.

You have all of our support in this hard time. Stay with the path you have chosen now - it's the right one. And come back here often for support.