Lurking Behind the Mask

<p>I felt compelled to write my story. I hope my story will enlighten someone who is struggling in a relationship with someone who shows signs of narcissistic traits.</p><p><br></p><p>I was married 51 years before I realized I was deceived manipulated and controlled by a masked bandit who stole the joys of my life. His joys in life were generated by the pain he imposed on me.</p><p><br></p><p>I was painfully abused manipulated and controlled for decades. My life wasted trying to fill an empty void for the person I absolutely loved with all my being. I did not know he did not possess the emotions needed to sustain a love relationship with me.</p>