Quick update: things are going well. Received the child support/alimony check last night, so I can pay my bills today. Whew! Took the kids to D10's school carnival last night. Saw some friends there-we spent hours! Took D10 to breakfast today and went shopping at the local goodwill-type store. Got some books for the family and a cute dress, shirt, and hat for D10 for a couple of bucks!!! Dropped off the kids at noon and they were fast enough X couldn't come over and hold my door open. Going to catch up on my housework and sleep this weekend. I enjoy being with my family, but I've learned to enjoy being by myself and getting to be single too...
I'm just really happy with my new peaceful, busy life...