Tad, You are damned if you do and damned if you don't. There is no right or wrong way to respond to them. You did okay, don't sweat it!
Mlcers tend to look for admiration or kudos for the good things they do. They are seeking that acknowledgement because they feel used and taken for granted. Don't allow her emails to get to you.
It's all part of the journey. Next time, just say thanks and let it go. You owe her nothing more than that.
Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to. The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.
