Before my first comment, I hadn't seen this comment.

I am your age, you make more than me, and I came from much less dire straights...

In a way, many people could even envy your experiences for the drive it gives you. I have toxic family members and I can tell you from experience that a drug addict in the family is an extra anchor to a sinking boat.

> please tell everyone trying to use you to go kick rocks

Some people think they have 'friends' but really they need to learn this lesson.

I almost have a guilt that I grew up with any amount of money at all and would be very willing to do anything for others, thinking I owed it to them.

You've learned some really important lessons through your life, and you're an inspiring person to have read about.

Thanks again for sharing.