Aloha rr13, your story is very familiar to me. Yes, being "ignored" is how I describe my childhood. It can be very painful and has caused me untold grief in my adult life. What has helped me the most is learning how to "parent" the little girl inside me who is so hurt. Feeling rejected or unwanted by parents can be devastating especially for those of us who are very "sensitive" and most in need of love & affirmation when young. I hope you find some tools to help you cope with these feelings... Just know that you ARE worthwhile, ARE worthy of love and ARE important to others. Sending big hugs your way...