Book excerpt: Today I sat down to think about the last 13 years of my life in a relationship and decided to share my memories with you. I decided to tell you about it because today I feel like a woman who has found the way to be happy both alone and in company. I am immensely selfish when it comes to my well-being and above all my happiness. I learned that in life we must build relationships with ties that bind you together and not with chains that tie you down. Though I have to tell you that I packaged this story in a tale, with characters that existed and currently exist in my life. I hope you enjoy it, Sincerely yours, Nena C