Dear Friends,

It has been tough,(haven't heard that before ) for me lately. I had some good things happen and some bad. I haven't been able to see the good no matter how hard I strained and linger on the bad.

But, my friends, you have been here for me. Without question. Without judgement. A hug. A smile. A flower.

This I know and hold in my heart. It is what keeps my head above water, knowing I have someplace to go, someplace where someone will send a spinning heart, a word of encouragement, a silly dancing bear.

I don't know where my life is taking me right now. I am trying so hard to get better. I have judgement from my family who lives far away - aren't they the ones who are supposed to be loving me? Without question? I think they are still stuck in the void of abuse.

You have become my family. I never want to lose any of you.

Much love and respect and kindness and all the wonder the Spirit can reach you with,

Anne