WELCOME Jeremy,

I am glad that you finally posted and have joined our loving family of apostates! I know it is hard but it does get better.

Good for U in getting your Mom to stop shunning you. I too have been able to keep my parents talking to me (however, I am in much different circumstances than you). You are just starting your life and I am nearing the end of mine. Oh!! my health is great but I am in my 60's now but I can still feel for you in your leaving.

Take heart and enjoy the camaraderie of true friends! Keep posting we love to hear how new ones are doing!