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If you’re an 18-29 year old male, you probably didn’t know that after he made The Godfather, Godfather 2, and Apocalypse Now, Francis Ford Coppola made a small movie called RUMBLEFISH which had an all-star cast, including Dennis Hopper , Laurence Fishburne , Nicolas Cage and Diane Lane . This story might sound familiar, even personal. Let me know if you can relate to any of it. The main character is Rusty James played by Matt Dillon . He is in his late teens and he likes gang fights. Or is he just compelled to fight? He, like everyone else, idolizes Motorcycle Boy played by Mickey Rourke , who is in his twenties and the former leader of their gang. He also happens to be Rusty James’ older brother.  The backdrop: it’s a confusing time in small town America. The world seems to be turning upside down. The time of street gangs is ending or has ended. Now, finding one's purpose and personal identity, getting respect, is not easy, especially for Rusty James. He feels like he should'

Note: If you are in a relationship with an addict, seeking expert help is essential. While addiction follows common patterns, every relationship is unique. Below are recommended books and articles on addiction and mental health. This is a true story... I’ll refer to her as “Lucy.” Lucy was magnetic—a creative spirit whose passion for design, arts and crafts gave her a unique charm. Appearances mattered to her, whether in her professional world of style and design or the house we rented together. The little space, nestled between two parks, had a certain "bungalow flow" that I found cozy, even if she jokingly called it "ghetto" from time to time. Together, we made countless improvements. The home became cleaner, brighter, and better by the day. Her dog was even happier, always finding his spot lovingly nestled between us. It all seemed like a metaphor for what I believed was happening in our relationship: an ongoing transformation, turning rough edges into something