That sums up exactly how I feel, MW. And exactly how I'm treated by my family, although many of them have died over the last 28 years. (How sad the only way to be rid of that hurt is for them to pass away). She is the first to admit she is the world's best liar. She has a sweet, pleading voice and big pouty, sad, blue eyes. And all these very intelligent people fall for the lies repeatedly, including me. Readers who see my articles probably see this and are too polite to tell me what a dumbass I am; although some have been harsh, it's always in defense of her.