A Continuous Struggle
Marilyn’s mother, Gladys, made an earnest attempt to build a semblance of a normal life. In her pursuit of stability, she scraped together whatever funds she could muster and purchased a house for herself and her young daughter, Marilyn.
Regrettably, the challenges presented by a spirited and energetic Marilyn became overwhelming for Gladys. Struggling to juggle the responsibilities of both her well-being and that of her daughter, Gladys found herself pushed to the brink. Tragically, a few months later, she experienced a severe mental breakdown, necessitating her institutionalization.
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