I live in Pittsburgh, PA. I have a degree in business administration. I was laid off from a position with a national real estate company recently.

Reading and writing have always brought me enjoyment and solace. It is always good to be able to express my deepest thoughts and fears through writing. I can imagine anything, but then reality comes into better focus.

I have 6 children. Five are grown and the youngest will graduate high school in two years.

I am on my own after a long marriage and starting over. Everyday is an adventure.

My passion is ...

music, poetry, dance, free expression

I know too much about ...

pain, betrayal, abandonment

My parents always told me ...

always ask if I can help

My childhood ambition ...

to be a teacher

My favorite memory ...

my child awakening from a coma

Why I write ...

I feel free..letting the good and the bad escape and flow out

What I am reading/watching/listening to ...

The Purpose Driven LIfe

My first job ...

paper delivery girl

My best moment ...

my child awakening from a coma

My inspiration ...

to be a good friend and a good person

Relationships & Family > Crisis Support (Other) How using drugs helps mask true feelings

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When my marriage deteriorated after nearly 30 years, I was angry and dissapointed. I wanted to work things out and get on track. I wanted things to be the way they were supposed to be. My spouse didn't want to do that. He discovered a playboy lifestyle and ways to shirk all of his responsibilities. He had no intention of working things out and be saddled with a wife, and 5 kids; the youngest of which was diagnosed with a rare and deadly cancer. I was depressed. I went to a therapist for support at the urging of my friends and physician. I was having trouble keeping my mind on things. I coul...

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