I am weeks away from my 48th birthday. I am only partially living. I have guarded my heart to protect myself, and others, for some reason I can’t fully articulate. I am hoping that by starting to put my thoughts and feelings into words I can start to chip away at the defenses that have been built into my heart and mind.

This book, Daughter Of The Drunk At The Bar, finally pushed me over the edge to try to fully face my issues.