I agree with the others. It truly is a gift to us to hear what you have posted and to allow us to be part of your "journey." Thank you for reminding us all to be grateful for what we have now. Yours is usually the first post I read when I come here.

As far as your story goes. You have the right to tell your story. It doesn't matter what other people think as long as you know what happened. You don't have to prove yourself to anyone. Just because a person had a horrible beginning doesn't mean they can't have a joyful and happy rest of their life. After all isn't that what we are all striving for in therapy?

Like I mentioned before I hope I can be as positive and grateful as you if I am ever in your situation. You are such an inspiration.