[sal]

I, too was moved by your story...I want to let you know that you are who you are supposed to be...you are NOT anybody's clone... you are YOU! Be proud of who you are... I was raised by a controlling amom as well...who was mentally unstable.. I always felt that I couldn't do anything right..that there was something wrong with me. That started to change as I got older and more removed from my amom's house. But it took time... I found my ultimate strength in my relationships with my husband and 2 daughters as well as great friends. I found the last piece of myself when I searched for, and reunited with my bmom, bsibs and extended bfamily. Stay strong...this place is a WONDERFUL place for support..You are supposed to be you! Keep us posted...sal