I may be young but believe me when I tell you that it will all work out. I've had times like that when you feel like your dreams are crashing over your head but I can tell you that it will be fine. You'll have a great birthday and have fun again. I think you're being real brave to bring this to Chatterbox. I admire that bravery and think you should show that bravery to your family and end this conflict. I believe you can.

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Gosh, I can't exactly say that I 'know how you feel'. I'm really sorry, Hannah, but things will always turn out better. There are always things that will make life better, so make some lemonade ;). A while ago I recieved one of those calendar quote things, and last week one of the quotes was: "If the world didn't suck some, we'd all fall off." So, feel better, have a rockin' birthday, and everything will turn out better, you just wait and see.

I'm really sorry to hear that you're going through tough times.  Please know that we seriously care about you and we will be thinking of you.  So, just hang in there.  Make sure you take time to do things you enjoy, things that make you happy.  It's important to, no matter what, have a bit of happiness in your life, even when things are going wrong.  That great thing is that when you are happy, you are more confident.  I definitely agree with what the Admin said.  If you have an issue, you should talk it out with a trusted special someone - maybe your sisters or your mom.  It's always easier to get through a situation when you get your problems out to people, instead of keeping them inside.  Unfortunately, I'm guessing that you are all having the same problem - your dad, but I still think that talking it out would be really good for all of you.  Let us know how things go, and remember that we'll always be here for you if you need more help.  Best wishes!

That does sound awful, Hannah.  It might help to keep a diary.  That way you can spew out your thoughts to yourself.  I personally don't have as severe a problem as you do, but my life definitely isn't always roses (I'm not trying to whine here).  I don't think there is such a thing as happily ever after, or ever was.  I've been puzzling over what to say here for a few days, and I still haven't really come up with anything great.  All I can say is, have some hope that it will get better.  It will almost certainly never completely heal, but it will be better.  I know that's going to be hard to believe, but believe it.  I also think your sisters may be a bit right.  (At least a bit.)  It helps to talk.  It especially helps to talk to someone in the same position as you (ie, it would be a hundred times harder to talk to either of your parents).  In the meantime, try to look at everything from other people's point of view and understand them.  It sounds like both your parents are confused, and especially your mom could use some support.  And for today, try to enjoy it as much as you can.  It's your birthday!  (Actually, try to enjoy every day as much as possible.  It won't help to sink into despair, and it certainly won't help to try to sink into despair.)  Happy birthday!  Know that out here, people have heard of your problem, and sympathize with you.

I'm really sorry that you're having a tough time. And I haven't had any major issues so I don't really know what to say. But talking to your sisters might be a good idea. It could give you a confidence boost. And don't think you're alone in this. From the sound of it, your sisters and mother, and maybe even your dad, are also not feeling their best. So it would be a good idea to talk to them. And even if you can't always count on them, you can count on us. :)

 But one thing you can do to feel better is, before you go to sleep maybe, think of all the good things in your life, like you have a bed to sleep in or food to eat. Try to keep your mind on good things instead of bad, you know?

 I find it also helps to just be alone for an hour or so and cry, just to let it all out. Then your mind might be a bit clearer and you'll feel a bit lighter.

 And happy birthday! Hope you have a good one!

I'm really sorry, Hannah. Please know that I will totally be praying for you and your family every day. (I promise!)

I'm really sorry that life is so hard for you right now Hannah...even though it's hard to do, remember that no matter how awful a situation seems right now, things will get better. Hard times, just like good times, pass. That's what life is-a mix of different situations that test your strength and will. Hard times always hurt, but you come out of them much stronger. You and your family will be in my prayers too. *hugs*

I know I am really late saying this, but I didn't see the thread till just now.

I know how you feel even if I have never been in the exact situation. I have been in similar ones were everything seems to be falling apart, but it always looks up after awhile.

I hope everthing is all right now. :)

Happy very belated birthday I hope it was terrific.