harrier, that is so true. I'm beginning (slowly) to get to that place as well. I've had that exact same thing happen to me too - giving selflessly and then getting something in return.
I know it's just a matter of time right now and the only thing I can do to screw it up is to be impatient. That's what keeps me going.
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