That's great, Sunny! I'm so happy that you guys are still trying to make a go of this.
I do think you have to mix both concepts -- the GAL and 180s along with the "tough stance" that some of Those Who Have Been Banished espouses here.
I'm glad it worked for you!
Starsky
Yes, you're right...that's exactly what worked for me, balancing concepts. I needed to show H that I was a person to be respected again, which is what GAL and 180s were all about for me. I'm so thankful for a lot of good advice I got here during the summer and onward from some people who believed in me even when I didn't believe in myself - and gave me the courage to do what needed to be done!