just checking to see how you are doing? hopefully things are looking up. b

KNOW that GOD loves you! Adores you, created you, wants to be close to you! Also, I promise that this time in your life is hard, but it WILL pass by! I often think of the kids that killed themselves when I was in hs. I know that if they had just waited a little bit longer, they would have completely changed their minds. I know life is hard, but there IS so very much excitement ahead for you! I went through several years feeling and doing the things you are doing, and I am so thankful and grateful I stuck it out. My life is so much more than I ever dreamed I could have. I never had the courage that you did to tell my mom, but know that some parents are just doing the best they know how. I now have a complete understanding for my mom that I never ever thought I could. Please talk to a school counselor or youth minister. There are people who can relate to you, you just might have to have a little bit of courage to seek them out. I will pray for you daily. That you will find peace in your life, find hope for what your future can be, and find love that need. Please email me anytime if you want to talk. [email protected] Much love and prayers are headed your way!!! Barclay

Thank you! I haven't always appreciated my parents, but the older I get, and the harder parenting becomes, I realize just how rare and special both of my parents are.