I really do appreciate this very helpful information. I have been doing a lot since I wrote this e-mail.
I am working on becoming who God wants me to be. Not who other people want me to be. God is my source and strength right now. I have changed Churches, and the Church that I am going to now is very supportive. The preacher just called me and there are so many ways that the Church can help me help myself.
God's love and hope for my situation is endless, and it is very comforting to know that these Christians will be with you every step of the way.
Something else that has really been helpful is finding this website. Your website has also been helpful. I will let others know about it so that is can help them as well.