Pei, a little pity party once in awhile is ok. You wouldnt be human if you didnt have one.
But, you got it right, it really doesnt get us anywhere. But it could. All in how you look at it.
I could have one the not so coveted medal. I never won a medal. Nah, never mind. Who needs more things around my neck.
I let myself get overwhelmed of late, too. And when you write it all down, it is overwhelming. That's why it's best to do it in some increments. Now if I can only listen to my own advice.
Try to make it an adventure for them when the kids are going to stay at daddy's. Whoo hoo, an adventure. Yeah, well, it was worth a try. LOL!
Hang in there, my friend. Keep that sense of humor. It's gotten me through some tough times.