There was a lot of brokenness in my family. Let's just say that I was raised by my grandparents.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
I grew up in a dysfunctional family.
I had a very difficult childhood. I was surrounded by people who had both parents, which made me feel different. Having a bit of a rougher existence early on, it made me appreciate the work ethic that my grandparents instilled in me.
In my own upbringing, my family lacked the ability to provide a stable, nurturing environment.
I was fortunate to be raised by loving grandparents.
My family and I had to overcome a lot to get where we are today.
I had a family that supported me.
When I was young, I grew up in a family of working-class people. Not just my parents, but my extended family, as well.
I grew up in a broken home. My dad was out of the home when I was five years old. I never knew him very well.
My parents split up when I was 3 years old, and I lived with my mother.
My parents were divorced when I was young. I was really brought up by my mother's side of the family.