Do not make me come to (O!) Canada and give you a wedgie so big you'd wish you wearing that thong!
Children by their very nature ARE PMA boosters.. they help jump start energy. Relying on her as a source of support is bad. Savoring the child she is, is good.
Moping is for mops!
Wallowing is like not being able to get out of the sand trap. You're so frustrated you just keep whacking the ball and getting sand everywhere and you get nowhere. Toss the ball out.. sheesh.
When I remember to do work, something physical, something I've been avoiding or my favorite.. 'constructive destruction' (like hacking down overgrown bushes etc) something magical happens. My frustrations filter down to the key points and I get breathing room. Pity parties and wallowing are all places I've had to experience but I feel much better when I'm able to extricate myself from that.
John Boy... you are an incredible man with an phenomenal sense of humor. Hop to!