I have a very hard time writing about myself. The thought of self disclosure makes me a little ill, and yet I know it is an important part of the recovery process.
Ok... my story got long fast so I erased it and I am going to simply say this...Thank you to all of you out there who share your experiences. It makes those of us who read them feel less alone. Hopefully in the near future I will be able to share as well...
"With regard to the choice of friends, there is little to say; for a friend is never chosen. A secret sympathy, the attraction of a thousand nameless qualities, a charm in the expression of the countenance, even in the voice or manner, a similarity of circumstances,- these are the things that begin attachment."
Mrs. Barbauld
Big Five Word Test Results
Extroversion (35%) moderately low which suggests you are reclusive, quiet, unassertive, and secretive.
Accommodation (64%) moderately high which suggests you are, at times, overly kind natured, trusting, and helpful at the expense of your own individual development (martyr complex).
Orderliness (58%) moderately high which suggests you are, at times, overly organized, neat, structured and restrained at the expense too often of flexibility, variety, spontaneity, and fun.
Emotional Stability (61%) moderately high which suggests you are relaxed, calm, secure, and optimistic.
Inquisitiveness (67%) moderately high which suggests you are intellectual, curious, imaginative but possibly not very practical.
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Introverted (I) 57.89% Extroverted (E) 42.11%
Intuitive (N) 65.63% Sensing (S) 34.38%
Feeling (F) 55.26% Thinking (T) 44.74%
Perceiving (P) 50% Judging (J) 50%
You Are a Hunter Soul
You are driven and ambitious - totally self motivated to succeed
Actively working to achieve what you want, you are skillful in many areas.
You are a natural predator with strong instincts ... and more than a little demanding.
You are creative, energetic, and an extremely powerful force.
An outdoors person, you like animals and relate to them better than people.
You tend to have an explosive personality, but also a good sense of humor.
People sometimes see you as arrogant or a know it all.
You tend to be a bit of a loner, though you hate to be alone.
Souls you are most compatible with: Seeker Soul and Peacemaker Soul
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Just thought I would stop by and say that I am having a Wonderful Life and Time. I still get goosie bumps 
when I think of how happy I am. And I thank my Higher Power every day for getting me here. Hugs Me
Welcome to a very wonderful site. Lots of nice people here.