I am deeply touched by this, it resonates with my own experiences. I'm so very glad you have become the person you are today. I often remind myself that if I like me now, I must not regret anything in my life as everything in my life has made me who I am today. If that makes any sense.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your chosen family @fairytalelife. You are a wonderful person. Thank you for sharing this
"I often remind myself that if I like me now, I must not regret anything in my life as everything in my life has made me who I am today." < Exactly, @handsolo. On the best of days I remember this. I am sorry you had some bad experiences growing up. It is unfathomable. But we have a chance to do better.
Thank you, truly, for your kind words. They mean so much.