Good point about being the one with the most to lose, so of course we're going to fight for our M's! Yes, the uncertainly is hard for most people, so that makes sense that they want us to just get a fresh start. And yet, we're learning by applying the DB concepts to trust ourselves, have faith, have patience... and let go. If/when WAS comes back, we are going to be so much stronger and better partners!
I love the ice cream analogy! Perfect!
Yes, I have changed and we are all getting stronger. I will work harder at R's b/c that's all that really matters in the end. My uncle's funeral and the upcoming one for the other uncle reminds me of that... it's abt how we loved others and treated people. And I agree with you, letting ourselves go wasn't just in physical ways... it is a state of mind.
Don't you feel more alive now?! I know I do! I'm living each day with more purpose! A plan, a goal, a dream. Just making the most of each day's opportunities!