I have done some reading on codependency in a parent and I’ve found that, Kinny, you are completely correct. I am positive that both of my parents are codependent…especially my mother. It makes me feel a lot better to be reminded that, I am still young, and also that many people have had traumatic childhoods that are just like mine. I’ll be sure to build a support system, read and research more, and go to counseling…I’m sure I will be in a better place once those things are set up. I’m so thankful for the help.

Thank you so much for your advice, Kinny. I’ll be sure to check out Al Anon. And exchanging emails sounds like a great idea.