I was never spoiled or sheltered. Igrew up in extreme poverty with a single (abusive) mother and didn't know my father (divorce). joined the army right out of high school and worked hard....divorced an abuser after 31 years ofabuse..... I used my life story to win a scholarship and began school at 60 and am a Sophomore at 71! Life really IS what you make it...I have written my memoir anda poetry book and am a moderator of anabused survivors' group; I believe we are here to make a difference ..I was born standin' up and talkin back!