Wild and free
What is freedom, and what did I want to be free of? According to numerous google searches, it is defined as the state of being free, independent, without restrictions, or release from prison (hopefully, being released from prison is not on my life agenda). Since the first time I watched the film Forest Gump many years ago, I've caught myself on several occasions throughout the years reciting the lines ... " Dear God, make me a bird . So I could fly far. Far far away from here"... I wanted to escape the life that my parents had lived, that I had grown up in. I knew the struggles they faced were not normal for a lot of families, living week by week, borrowing money, extension on bills, unlimited supply of cigarettes and bottles of booze. My number one goal since I can remember, was to never turn out like my parents. I strived to be a successful, independent woman who would be the best provider for my future family. Just over a year ago, I finally flew t