Posted by DannaB on March 25, 2007, at 13:35:02
In reply to Re: P.S., posted by Happyflower on March 23, 2007, at 19:54:38
I think what I really want here is that father figure. Having my brother help me financially is symbolic for having a father take care of me.
It's not that I expect or even necessarily want handouts...it's that I feel that something was "missing" in my life. The love and security of having a father is something I will never have, so I guess in my mind help from my brother is the next best thing. I would much rather be independent and be able to prosper on my own. However, since my upbringing was lacking in so many ways, I guess on a certain level I wish someone would help make up for the past. I understand that this is not realistic, but it's still how I feel on a certain level.I wish you wouldn't judge me so harshly but could instead try to put yourself in my shoes.
poster:DannaB
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