It's so good that you've found us! The things that you said are so heartfelt and so true. People can get into dangerous situations when they keep things bottled up inside them. It is not healthy at all. People seem to feel more successful and more at ease with life in general when they can just bounce ideas off on other people and get their opinions. Everybody needs people like that.

We're sorry that you are not getting that with your family members. That is one of the hard things about divorce. You gotta get used to changes, family grows apart, and pretty soon communication shuts down. Now, if you really wanted to let your parents know how you feel about all of this, you can do that; you have that right. Just because they divorced one another does not mean they cannnot talk to you when you need them. You would just need to talk to them appropriately, calmly, and maturely. If you want to keep contact with us, we are more than happy to be a support for you!

It's also great that you enjoy your school. Some of the best ideas start off at school, and the most fun is had at school. You can have a common bond with classmates and teachers there. Have you ever thought about getting a part-time job? Some places of employment can hire 15-year-olds. Then, maybe you wouldn't have the thoughts about running away so often because you would be out of the house a lot already, with school and work. Sometimes it's good to put some distance between ourselves and the people that we have conflicts with. Here's the big plus: You could have some money for yourself! ;)

Hang in there! We're here when you need a listener.

Take care,

Jacque, Counselor