I actually think I might tell my family what's going on with me lately. The last time I got together with my parents for dinner they commented several times that something seemed to be on my mind. I didn't let on what it was, but the day before I met them I'd had a  private meeting with a Pittsburgh bankruptcy lawyer. I didn't want to alarm anyone, so I kept it to myself. I guess I didn't do a very good job of hiding the fact that my thoughts were pretty preoccupied with something else. It was pretty terrifying for me to make that first step, but I've had several months to adjust. I've had more time to get used to the idea. I can't say I'm definitely going to do it. I feel like I want another opinion which is why I'm thinking of confiding in my parents. They know I've been struggling financially since acquiring this  new business, but I don't think they have any idea that the difficulties have mounted to the point where I'm considering filing for bankruptcy. It's not something I thought I'd ever have to talk to them about, but I know they'll be able to offer some guidance. I still need to think about it for awhile, but I'm pretty sure I'm going to say something. I could really use their advice right about now!