I just realized that it was one year ago yesterday since I have spoken to my mother, way to go me!!!! A year of independence!!! I wish things hadn't turned out like this, but there wasn't much I could do about it. The only thing that upsets me about it are the people here in town who still seem to think I did my mother wrong. Ummmm, she sued me, she stole the money that my father left me, and the kids, someone point me in the direction where I did her wrong??? I have always had a problem with very low self confidence, and this sure as hell doesn't help it much. But, life will go on...

Donna-Leigh is doing great, I'm so proud of her. I know it hasn't hit full force yet, but I know when it does, she's going to be okay. It's going to be a long, very hard road ahead of her and the girls, gezz I thought I was too young to lose my father, and look at Alyssa and Megan, way to young. We are all so proud of DL, and you know what? I know the person that would be the proudest of her would be her Mom. I know she's watching down on her, her heart full with pride, because her daughter is so much like her. Donna-Leigh's Mom was a very strong woman too, so we see where DL gets it from. I wish I could do more to help her get through this, but she knows I'm here, 24/7, and always will be. I don't want to crowd her, but want her to know she's not alone. Luv ya DL, 33 years is a long time, here's to at least another 33 years together.