How did you get this far?

Mostly listening, observation, and a lot of trial and error. I have had many influences and some help along the way, but I mostly have made it on personal faith and self-reliance. You see, I was mostly an outcast and a loner for the biggest part of my life. I will add that I was faced with a choice early on: I could just give up and become angry, cold-hearted, and go down a path of self destruction... or I could "educate" myself and do the best I could, make the most of myself possible, and be the best "me" I could be. I chose the second route and now I have a life that though it may not be much in most people's eyes, it is one I am very proud of and happy with and I have people in it that do care about me and are always there for me. It wasn't easy and it was a long time in coming but well worth the effort and wait...it is a journey and I am continuing to learn and grow, and the best part is I no longer am feeling as if I am doing it alone.🤠