MK, I don’t see you as regressing. I see expression of a hope you’ve always had. I think you had a moment of clarity and it now is helping you grow.

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I guess this is where the LBS has to let the WAS make their own journey.

Yes of course, the same is true in a larger sense for all relationships, healthy ones anyway. Let her make her journey and her growth.

Focus on helping your daughter grow, it is a Dad’s mission.

Allow what will be to be.

Having been there I will tell you 35 was a fun year, there will be many more to come, keep growing

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Me 55, ACK, when did that happen? Doesn't feel like 55
D 30
S 27

You create your own universe as you go along - Winston Churchill