Courtney, I know your parents forgive you as they can see things clearly now as well. I also had a moment when I was on a road of bad behavior. I was a gang member, contemplating prostitution, and I beat people up for money. I was older than you and if a friend had not slapped some sense into me I would not be here today. The most high had to get my attention and I was a real bad ass. I know about being a part of the bad crowd. I know the thrill it gives you. But that thrill is short lived. When you’re alone it makes you feel real bad just thinking about what you’ve done. The thing about me is that bad feeling only lasted for a moment. Abuse gave me the ability to numb unwelcomed emotions. I can do that to this day but I don’t. I choose not to ignore any of my feelings except anger. Anger is useless if felt to often and for to long. I do understand and I want you to know that.