About

I have this overwhelming urge to introduce myself, but how do I do that? I have no face or situation to gauge reactions by. How do I, the co-dependent queen, introduce myself when I cannot make sure that I am “working” the situation? I feel like I am at a dinner party being held in a dark room while wearing ear plugs! That being said, here we go.

 

I am a forty two year old single woman, never married, red head, blue eyes with freckles. I am a professional in the corporate world and the main support for three parental figures. I am a daughter, sister and friend. I am a survivor of a dysfunctional alcoholic family, emotional and mental abuse, physical and sexual abuse in my twenties, depression, PTSD, the loss of my brother in Iraq, and self-harm. I am a survivor of life. My story is no worse or better than yours. It is not a contest. These are my life, challenges and truth.

 

I am all the above and none of the above. I am every experience in my life and none of them.

 

Ready to change to a new blog yet?

 

Mostly, I am a work in progress. I am complete in every moment. I am healing. I am learning. As we all are.

 

17 Responses to About

  1. Alison Snave says:

    I think others will find this helpful as your story progresses. I certainly can’t wait to read more.

  2. jamie says:

    I thought I’d send along my survivor video link to you.

    The overwhelming response thus far has shown me that it has proven helpful to many, so I encourage you to pass it along or post it to others if you would like.
    Thank your for what you’re doing, and thanks for watching.
    Cheers,
    Jamie

  3. With your outlook, I know your journey will unfold anew as each day passes. And, that is exciting!

    Thanks and God bless,
    Michael

  4. The way you describe yourself made me smile – thanks for writing!

  5. frootbat31 says:

    Wow…your blog is just amazing at how well you write, how frank and open, and so thoughtful. I hope you understand that of yourself. I only just discovered your blog today and hurt my clicky-finger clicking through your posts.
    Again- well done here!

  6. I am glad to have found your blog! I’m sure you will provide a lot of comfort and support for other victims. I wish you much luck and success in your journey!!!

    Warm regards!
    Jenny

  7. Hi Mary,
    Thank you for subscribing to my blog. It’s a delight to meet you.
    be good to yourself
    David
    http://personalpower4me.wordpress.com/

  8. Yes we all are learning. You are most definitely not alone Mary.

    I’ve experienced the dark despair of depression as well. My heart sends you love as you walk your own journey. I know how it feels to be locked in a cage, and to be trapped within the self. Your writings are brave, you are an Angel.

    I send you blessings, love and light.

    Love,
    Joan

  9. Little L says:

    No, I’m not ready to change blogs, I’m ready to sign up…Found this through Joss Burnel who I have come to love and trust what she reads….sign me up and keep writing…we are all out here waiting to read it.

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