My mom wasn't all bad. We had a lot of great times. Even though she was abusive, she was a really good mom, too.

I'm so sad it's ended this way.

I'm so sad I meant so little to all of them. I've been a great person in this family. That's the saddest part. Good, bad, it didn't matter. One act of self esteem and I was done.

I think it shows I have class to send her a gift. I guess I'm hoping she'll soften up from it and call and apologize. Wishful thinking!