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I like to think of myself as perceptive, and in reading what you’ve written, you said so much about a sorry “state” of affairs, I say this literally and figuratively. What a sad reality you escaped from. Ah Maine, Vacationland, tourists, the lobster and whoopie pies! And Maine, with the homeless and drug addicted natives and refugees swarming all over Portland and beyond. It’s easy to see and be immersed in the idyllic landscape, but you’ve experienced the other side, the seedy underbelly of a deteriorating generation, hooked on drugs. I’m so glad you were able to escape it. I’m sure experiencing it so closely you aren’t completely unscathed, but with firsthand knowledge, you have more insight than anyone loading up on salt-water taffy and lobster rolls. You’re amazing. A force to be reckoned with, and in my eyes, pretty awesome! (I was going to say, bad ass, but I didn’t want to get dinged for bad language 🙂
All I can say is WOW! What was the reason your parents decided to homeschool? And what was the decision that prompted them to send you to public school for your senior year? That must have been complete culture shock for you. It’s wonderful you had the solid foundation of faith and family life, yet when you needed them most, you were abandoned. You had two choices, either sink, or swim. I’m sure for your baby the choice was obvious. You had to keep going. That entire experience molded you into the beautiful woman you are today. How many siblings do you have? and where do you fall in the family order? In my opinion, California was like the wild west, especially the LA area. I’m in awe of your strength and fortitude for all that you’ve had to overcome. The path that you’ve been on has been full of trials and tribulations, but indeed they have shaped you into the woman you are and even better, the woman you continue to become. I am so proud of you. You are an amazing human, and I am blessed to know you. The sky is the limit. You’ve only just begun. Never sell yourself short, because you are worth it.
Aha! I had forgotten about the line leader and the caboose! It was a long reach into my way back machine to pull out those memories. You’re right, it’s not just about consequence for misbehaving, it’s also teaching responsibility. Being accountable. How symbolic is this “kids in line” question? I have to agree with the physical aggression response you made. It was a rather vague question, but the answers could be many different ones. People who are brought up witnessing violence, have learned violence. We all knew the testosterone is responsible for bigger, better, “badder” everything, but behavior can be totally destructive. I despise confrontation of any sort, but physical confrontation is scary.
I can empathize with your answers, especially that you have gone through the struggle. All of our journeys are completely different. As humans we all struggle but in different ways. We learn from the time we are infants, who we can trust. We, by design are flawed, but what we each bring to the table are different strengths and abilities. Confidence should blossom as we clear each hurdle and meet our personal goals. I have great faith in you Storm. You are a strong, beautiful, independent, woman who will go far as you learn to believe in yourself and trust your instincts. You would make a fine counselor. Those who have been through the storms of life make the best mentors to those who are struggling. I’m extremely proud of you!
