Thanks for sharing your story! I grew up in a poor family. As soon as I could work, 12 years old, babysitting, Yard work, I bought all of my essentials, such as clothing, ect. I grew up with gamblers and alcoholics. Strangely, I ‘ve never liked the taste of alcohol but in my 30’s started gambling after a painful divorce.
I do believe that we emulate some things that we are surrounded by in our environment as children. Each of my siblings have an addiction.
Your story about the missed meal broke my heart. Certain things and events stick in our minds forever. I am in my early 60’s and have done some real growing up and soul searching the last few years. Growing and learning never stops.
