it is so nice to have somewhere to come to vent. This has been so therapeutic for me. I can finally say what I need to say - just to get it off my chest.

Seriously, dealing with these kids has become easier since I found this site. When something happens, I have somewhere to go to vent it out. Then I can go back out there and deal with whatever the hell it is that is coming my way.

Reading other's posts normalizes my feelings and experiences as a step-mom. I feel so much better knowing that I am not alone.

Thanks for listening everyone!