As far as repeating a family cycle of low affection. I am by no means good at it, but I have improved over my parents.
I will read more of the post when I have access to a regular computer.


M-44
W-44
Sons- 11&14
Married- 18
Together- 27
Separation mentioned- 9-29-14
Still together, but not "together"
"if you feel rotten and forgotten,
remember there'll be better days."