We are all entitled to our opinions. Some of us are capable of making mistakes or running off at the mouth before we have all the facts. Thank god I don't have to be perfect anymore. It was damn near killin' my spirit.
And know what? Calling someone an "oddball", especially in a forum with the topic this one has is, is, well... just not polite.
Am I an "odd ball"? Damn straight! I been fighting that "oddball" image seems like all my life. Now I'm trying to find ways to live with my differences. I'm learning that being an "odd ball" isn't so awful and some days I relish it now.
I am glad you have found some connection to Jackie. I am also terribly sorry that you didn't get to have the relationship with your mom that you had wanted. That saddens me. My mom and I have no relationship to speak of but she is still living.
For the record, I suspect that she is nice as well and she has meant well here I'm sure. I was not actually challenging her parenting. I feel I have to point that out. I do wish there were more caring ones like her around for todays youth.
You take care till next time.