I am a 30 year old divorced woman who is beginning her life over again. I moved from a large city to the small town of Grants Pass. I was reading an article online. Something to give me guidance towards a healthy and loving future. The article mentioned giving as a way to give yourself self worth. The idea truly struck a chord. Not only getting out of the house and being part of a positive environment, but also knowing that I have something worth giving. After the holidays I am going down to the local elementary school and volunteering my time and worth to those who need an extra hand and more support. I know that the road ahead will be rough and that stones will spring up before me, but I will walk taller and become stronger. I forgive myself and I forgive those who have hurt me. I may falter and turn to anger at certain times, but I know that the past is behind me and the future is something that I CAN change. I wish all the luck in the world for those of you who have come to this juncture. If the time is right and we can join together, we can make a difference that this and any community can prosper from.