Dear anita,

Thank you for your insight.

You are spot on with my ex’s family. Regarding my own family, I always thought I grew up in a loving home with harmony. We never vocalised love, but the way my family took care of me I always knew they loved me. It also came as a surprise to me that when I learned about my attachment style that the source was a level of neglect in my childhood. If anything, I grew up pampered and don’t remember having someone chosen over me.

I will continue to explore this as there is obviously a wound that I seem to have pushed far away. I appreciate any additional insight you may have and will continue following your blog & forum – it is such a great virtual space.

Merry Christmas,

Explorer