Emotions are fickle, Antonia. You'll feel one way today and different tomorrow - or a half dozen in one day! lol

I agree: let people help if they will and don't feel bad about it. It actually helps other people when they know they can do something specific to help you! It makes THEM feel good.

As for the family, well, MWD talks about that. You can't even worry about that right now. Cross that bridge when you get there.

Allen....LOVE the tightrope analogy! That's perfect.