[01Michael10]

I just wanted to say congratulations in over coming your horrible childhood...

Personally, I can't relate to growing up in a ghetto with all the poverty, drugs and violence. You had no father? That sucks... It must have been real tough having various new "dads" move in over the years. Those ass beating probably helped keep you line. I am sure you forgive your mother today... When your bother got shot dead at 14 I am sure it inspired you to take a different path then him. Growing up with so little your whole childhood must make you really appreciate everything you have today.

Really, good job being able to take life by the horns and escaping all that to become a productive citizen.