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[ClingingToHope]

No big new news. With summer over, I thought it was time for a new thread.

I had my divorce recovery class again last night. The massive church I go to is hurting because they bought a mall expecting rent from tenants to help pay the mortgage. Well, the tenants left because of the economy and now they are on a big fundraising drive. If they don't reach a goal, all of the side ministries, including this divorce ministry, will be canceled.

I don't think they'll get the money. It's just too tough here.

After that talk was done, we got down to the actual class and it was OK. The session was about how "the fall" from the Garden of Eden affects relationships. I've never really bought into that one.

The discussion veered off into love languages and I admitted I still have problem saying thank you or praising XW. That goes way back. I hate having to rely on others. I always wanted to be Superman and so I've never been great thanking people for helping me.

XW's major love language -- I'm guessing, she never took the class -- is "Words of Affirmation." XW was always the pretty girl that everyone assumed wasn't very smart because she's so quiet. She loves, craves being told she's smart and successful.

I failed miserably at that and I'm still failing at it. Now, it's more out of stubborness because of the divorce.

So last night, after the session, I texted XW saying how well she prepared D12 for her audition last week.

I have no idea if she cares or not. I sent the text for me. I need to treat EVERYONE with respect.