Yeah, that didn't go over real well at the time and I'm quite sure Tate gave the facility hell. After the four weeks were up, I started writing letters to them and denied any requests for visitation. If I could go the first four weeks without them, then I could finish out my rehabilitation on my own. Like it should be.
Besides, writing has been cathartic for me. In letters, I feel freer to share my thoughts with them. I miss them, but I know that they'll be standing right outside when I step out those doors when I leave.
I look forward to going home. I have every intention of getting my GED through on-line courses. I am going to graduate high school and after that...who knows. I'm going to take it one day at a time.
Would my life be perfect once I'm out of rehab? Far from it. There were going to be setbacks and Dr. Kinney warned me of this. That's the reality of life. There will be days I crave the rush of cutting when I feel overwhelmed. Will I succumb? No. I may have years ahead of me of counseling, but I am going to beat this addiction.
For the first time in my life, I have a future to look forward to and I won't let anything stand in my way.
Acknowledgments
I would like to thank Jess Fuchs for allowing me to showcase her poetry and quotes in the Twisted series. She also graciously agreed to appear on both book covers.
I would also like to thank Jennifer Knoll, who is my critique partner and editor. I appreciate the time you've put into my books and the feedback and advice you have given me. Without you, there probably would not be a Twisted series!
To those of you who supported me from day one up to the day I published these books, thank you! You know who you are.
Lastly, a huge thanks goes out to those of you who took a chance on a new author and followed Blayre's journey. I hope you enjoyed her story.
Dani Matthews
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